Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide emergency and routine identification and removal of hazardous waste and materials, including underground storage tanks, containers, drums, and similar items, discovered within the limits of the State right of way in Eastern Kern, Inyo, and Mono counties. The contractor will be required to provide all labor, tools, materials, equipment, parts, travel, and incidentals necessary to perform the services. The contract will be for an as-needed service request based on a Multiple-Provider Agreement for emergency hazardous waste cleanup services. Two contractors may be awarded an agreement as a result of this solicitation.
Key responsibilities of the contractor will include:
• Identifying and removing hazardous waste and materials
• Providing all necessary labor, tools, materials, equipment, parts, travel, and incidentals
• Performing services at various locations throughout Caltrans District 9
• Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards
• Maintaining accurate records and submitting reports as required
The contractor must possess a valid and current Class A (General Engineering Contractor) license and Hazardous Substance Removal Certificate issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). The contractor must also employ a minimum of one current and active Professional Geologist, Engineering Geologist, or Registered Engineer certified by the California Department of Consumer Affairs' (DCA) Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.