The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking bids for infectious waste services. The contract will be for a period of one year with four one-year renewal options, for a possible maximum of five years. The selected contractor will be responsible for the disposal by incineration of infectious and pathological waste generated by DPH locations statewide. The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to confidentiality and non-discrimination. • The contractor must have experience in handling infectious waste. • The contractor must have the necessary equipment and personnel to perform the services. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. • The contractor must provide a detailed pricing structure for the services. • The contractor must have a plan in place for emergency situations. • The contractor must have a system for tracking and reporting waste disposal. • The contractor must comply with the terms and conditions of the contract. • The contractor must provide proof of insurance and licenses. • The contractor must have a plan for training employees on confidentiality and non-discrimination.