The California Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified California‑certified small or micro businesses to provide collection, transportation, and disposal services for bio‑hazardous, pharmaceutical, and medical waste generated at CalVet facilities. The contract will run for three years, beginning July 1 2026 (or later upon approval) and ending June 30 2029. Vendors must submit a complete quote package by July 3 2026, including a rate sheet, required certifications, and a signed statement confirming compliance with state and federal regulations (including sanctions and GenAI disclosure). The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible quote, with a tie‑breaker favoring a qualified disabled‑veteran‑owned small business.
• Services include monthly waste pick‑up, emergency pick‑up (24‑hour response), container cleaning, manifesting, and certification of disposal.
• Contractor must hold California DTSC Medical Waste Transporter registration, CDPH transporter authorization, Motor Carrier Permit, and applicable hazardous‑materials endorsements, plus $1 M insurance coverages.
• Required documentation: Quote Rate Sheet, STD 204/205 payee records, contractor certification clauses, bidder declaration, DVBE declaration (if applicable), CUF certification, Darfur Act certification, licenses, insurance proof, sample invoice, and any DVBE subcontractor confirmation.