Weekly Refuse Collection and Hauling Services

The contract entails the weekly collection, hauling, and disposal of refuse from front-load dumpsters located at George J. Hatfield and McConnell State Recreation Areas, ensuring full compliance with state regulations and SB 1383, which mandates the diversion of organic waste from landfills. Services must be performed reliably on a consistent weekly basis to maintain sanitary conditions and regulatory adherence at these state-managed recreational sites. The work is classified under NAICS code 562111, indicating it is a waste collection and haulage service, and is structured as a subcontract under the California Department of Parks and Recreation. Performance is required in Merced, with all operations subject to state environmental and waste management standards. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, and responses are due by May 15, 2026, providing potential contractors approximately three weeks to submit proposals. The contract is managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, and while no specific set-aside type is designated, the opportunity is open to qualified subcontractors capable of meeting the operational and regulatory demands of serving state park locations. The scope demands consistent service scheduling, proper handling of refuse, and adherence to state-mandated waste reduction requirements, particularly concerning organic materials.