Biohazardous and Medical Waste Disposal Services and Supplies

The Hidalgo County Purchasing Department is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive biohazardous and medical waste disposal services and related supplies for the County. The contract will be awarded on a lump‑sum basis and will run for an initial three‑year term with two optional one‑year extensions. Bidders must submit a complete response by the November 6, 2026 deadline, either electronically through the county portal or via hand‑delivery, and must satisfy extensive insurance, certification, and compliance requirements (including SAM registration, debarment checks, and various federal, state, and local statutes). The scope includes collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of regulated medical waste, provision of necessary containers and supplies, and adherence to all applicable environmental and safety regulations. • Service period: 3‑year base term, with up to two 1‑year renewal options. • Mandatory certifications: SAM registration, debarment certification, insurance, HUB declaration, Title VI compliance, and various federal‑state clauses. • Submission methods: electronic portal (preferred) or hard‑copy/USB delivery; deadline November 6, 2026 3:00 pm CST. • Question deadline: October 28, 2026 5:00 pm CST (answers posted by November 4, 2026). • Contact: Amanda Martinez, Contract Specialist II (email/[email protected], phone (956) 318‑2626). • Award will be based on best value, not necessarily lowest price; the County may award to one or multiple bidders. • Location: Services performed throughout Hidalgo County, TX. • Required compliance with hazardous waste regulations, non‑discrimination statutes, and boycott certifications.