Description
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a single‑master‑service agreement to provide non‑hazardous sludge removal, hauling, and refuse disposal services at numerous state correctional facilities. The contractor will be paid on a unit‑price basis per ton of sludge removed, with all labor, transportation, permits, equipment, and related costs included. Work will be performed on an as‑needed basis, with a 48‑hour response requirement and mandatory site‑walk‑throughs for certain facilities. The contract runs for a base period of 36 months (April 1 2027 – March 31 2030) with possible extensions. Bidders must submit a fully completed rate sheet, certifications, insurance, and licensing documentation electronically by the deadline.
• Scope includes loading Class B sludge into sealed containers, transporting to permitted reuse facilities, and providing detailed documentation (bill of lading, weigh tickets, monthly waste‑weight reports).
• Mandatory compliance with California motor‑carrier permits, CDL requirements, environmental regulations (40 CFR 503, CCR Title 15), and CDCR security/background‑clearance procedures.
• Payment is monthly in arrears, within 30 days of invoice receipt; early‑payment discounts of ≥1 % are allowed.
• Preference programs for Small Business, DVBE, and Veteran‑owned firms are available, offering up to 5 % price reduction.