City Generated Hazardous Waste Disposal and Emergency Response Services

The City of Palo Alto’s Public Works Department is seeking a qualified firm to provide comprehensive hazardous and universal waste management services—including packaging, removal, transportation, disposal, and emergency response—over a three‑year period. The contract is valued at approximately $85,000 per year ($255,000 total) and covers routine waste streams (paints, solvents, batteries, PCB‑contaminated oils, etc.) as well as ad‑hoc emergency incidents. The contractor must supply all labor, equipment, permits, and compliance documentation, and will be paid on a not‑to‑exceed, task‑based basis. Key deliverables include scheduled waste pickups, on‑site packaging, manifesting, transportation to approved TSDFs, and rapid emergency response within 14 days of notification. The City requires proof of financial stability, appropriate hazardous‑waste transporter registrations, and insurance coverage. • Scope: Packaging, labeling, manifesting, transport, storage, disposal of hazardous & universal wastes. • Emergency response: 24‑hour notification, on‑site containment, disposal of spills, PCB‑contaminated materials. • Contract length: 3 years, with annual budget ≈ $85 k. • Required certifications: DTSC hazardous waste transporter registration, financial statements, insurance. • Submission: Electronic via OpenGov by 3:00 pm Sep 30 2026; pre‑bid Q&A closes Sep 16 2026.