Waste Oil Collection and Recycling

The City of Tucson, through the Tucson Environmental and General Services department, is soliciting proposals for the collection and recycling of waste oil and miscellaneous items from various City facilities in Tucson, Arizona. The scope of work includes the removal and transport of motor, gear, hydraulic, and transmission oils, as well as oil filters and absorbent materials. The successful contractor must provide all necessary personnel and equipment, ensuring that containers are properly labeled and equipped with 110 to 150 percent secondary containment. Services will generally be performed on an as-needed basis, and the contractor must be locally available within the Tucson metropolitan area to respond to service requests within two hours. The contract is for an initial term of one year, with the City holding the unilateral right to extend the agreement for up to four additional one-year periods. Proposals are due by January 30, 2025, and will be evaluated based on the method of approach, qualifications and experience, and the revenue share proposal. Award decisions will likely follow a trade-off approach to determine the best value. Key requirements include strict adherence to OSHA and environmental regulations, the submission of monthly reports in Excel format, and a certification that no collected materials are sent to landfills. Contractors must also maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, auto liability, and workers compensation, naming the City as an additional insured.