The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive hazardous, biological, and environmentally‑regulated waste management services for its facilities in Orange County. The contract covers bin rental, delivery, pickup, transport, final disposal or recycling, and required laboratory testing, with strict compliance to state and federal hazardous‑waste regulations. Bidders must hold a valid Motor Carrier Permit, appropriate CSLB General Engineering license, and multiple hazardous‑substance certifications. The procurement follows a traditional IFB process, with a single‑source award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder after applying small‑business and DVBE preferences.
• Provide 20‑ or 40‑cubic‑yard bins, manage bin exchanges, and ensure proper labeling, locking covers, and timely removal.
• Perform transport and final disposal/recycling of regulated waste streams (treated wood, tires, soil, etc.) in accordance with SB 1383 and all applicable hazardous‑waste statutes.
• Respond to Caltrans Service Requests within 5 days (or 4 hours for urgent hazardous‑waste tasks) and submit detailed itemized invoices with manifests, weight receipts, and spill diaries.
• Maintain all required licenses, permits, and certifications (Motor Carrier Permit, CSLB General Engineering, HAZ‑certification, PHMSA, CHP, CalRecycle, EPA ID, etc.) throughout the contract term.
• Submit quarterly waste‑quantity and expenditure reports; retain all records for three years for possible audit.