Waste Removal at Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo BC

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is soliciting bids for waste and recycling removal services at the Pacific Biological Station in Nanaimo, British Columbia. The contractor will be responsible for the collection and disposal of garbage, recycling, and organic waste across multiple site locations, including the Taylor, Whitmore, and Annex buildings, as well as the wharf. The scope of work includes the rental and dumping of various containers, with specific requirements for regular weekly pickups and on-demand 40-yard roll-off containers for wood and industrial waste. The contract period extends from the date of award to November 30, 2030, with work performed daily between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm. Award decisions will be based on a combination of technical and financial evaluations. Mandatory technical requirements include a minimum of three years of experience in waste collection and the submission of a detailed waste disposal protocol. Rated criteria will further evaluate additional experience and the specific standards of disposal and chain of custody. The contract is a firm price agreement with payments made within 30 days of receiving an undisputed invoice. Selected contractors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least 2 million dollars and ensure all staff complete a site safety orientation. Security protocols prohibit unescorted access to restricted areas and the handling of protected or classified information.