Medical Waste Disposal

The State of Iowa, through its Department of Administrative Services, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive medical waste collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal services for a wide range of state agencies, correctional facilities, and political subdivisions across Iowa. The contract will cover multiple waste streams—including sharps, infectious, pharmaceutical, and other regulated medical waste—and will require compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Bidders must submit all‑inclusive pricing, maintain required licenses and permits, and agree to quarterly reporting and a 1 % administrative fee on reported sales. The solicitation allows up to three contracts to be awarded to the lowest‑priced responsible bidders and may include annual extensions at the agency’s discretion. • Services include weekly to on‑call pickups, provision of compliant containers, and strict sharps segregation. • Contractors must meet rigorous performance metrics (e.g., ≥ 98 % on‑time pickups, 100 % regulatory compliance). • Reporting requirements encompass quarterly sales reports, spill/incident documentation, and annual compliance certifications.