Trash Disposal Services

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2, a Price Schedule, for the solicitation. It outlines the cost structure for services across different locations and contract periods.

• Locations: Lists 20 specific locations with addresses, including various BPS (Border Patrol Station) and Chkpt (Checkpoint) sites.
• Periods of Performance: Details costs for a Base Period (5/1/2026 - 4/30/2027) and four Option Periods (5/1/2027 - 4/30/2031).
• Cost Categories: Includes columns for Monthly Cost and Annual Cost for each location and period.
• Service Type: Specifies "On-Call Cleaning" as a service type, with associated costs.
• Totals: Provides fields for Total Cost per period and Total Evaluated Price.

Bidders must use this price schedule to input their proposed costs for each location and service period. The "TOTAL EVALUATED PRICE" field indicates the final price that will be considered for evaluation. All cost fields are currently populated with 0.0, requiring bidders to fill in their specific pricing. This document is critical for proposal preparation and will be a key factor in the evaluation process.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises the original Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for "Trash Disposal Service – San Diego Sector". The key changes are:

• Statement of Work (SOW) Revisions:

  • Section 4.1.10 has been updated to clarify that the Contractor shall clean and sanitize disposal bins/dumpsters at least once per year, or more frequently if needed, to minimize odors.
  • Section 4.1.11 has been added, requiring the Contractor to provide on-call cleaning and sanitizing services for disposal bins/dumpsters as requested by the Government.

• Price Schedule Update: A revised price schedule is attached, incorporating a firm-fixed-price for the new on-call cleaning and sanitizing services.

• Statement of Work (Sections 4.1.10 and 4.1.11)

• Price Schedule

• The response due date remains unchanged.

• All other terms and conditions from the original Combined Synopsis/Solicitation are unchanged.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for trash removal and garbage collection services for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facilities across the San Diego Sector.

• Provide comprehensive trash removal and garbage collection services, including management, supervision, labor, transportation, supplies, and equipment.

• Services are required for 12 months, with options for four additional one-year periods.

• Material changes to scope (locations, bins, frequencies) require mutual agreement and contract modification.

• Base Year: 5/01/2026 - 4/30/2027

• Option Year 1: 5/01/2027 - 4/30/2028

• Option Year 2: 5/01/2028 - 4/30/2029

• Option Year 3: 5/01/2029 - 4/30/2030

• Option Year 4: 5/01/2030 - 4/30/2031

• Services must be performed in accordance with Attachment B, Waste Removal Task and Frequency Chart, which details minimum performance requirements.

• Trash, natural vegetation, and recyclables must be removed to EPA-approved disposal facilities.

• Contractor vehicles must be identified with company name/logo.

• Bins/dumpsters of agreed-upon size must be provided and placed at specified locations.

• Collection work typically performed within a 5-to-7-day week, with specific scheduling coordinated with the Government.

• Contractor personnel must be trained, qualified, and adhere to OSHA standards.

• Monthly Status Reports are required with each invoice.

• Contractor must obtain and maintain all necessary equipment, permits, insurance, and personnel licenses.

• Contractor is responsible for maintaining equipment and any damage caused by their equipment.

• A Quality Control Plan must be submitted with the proposal and finalized within 15 days of award.

• Contractor must safeguard public and Government personnel and property.

• Contractor assumes responsibility for and indemnifies the Government against losses or damage to Government property.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for trash removal and garbage collection services for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) – Office of Border Patrol (OBP) in the San Diego Sector.

• The contractor shall provide comprehensive management, supervision, labor, transportation, supplies, and equipment for trash removal and garbage collection services.

• Services include planning, scheduling, coordination, and ensuring a clean, neat, and professional appearance for employees servicing CBP locations.

• The contract period includes one base year and four option years, with specific dates provided for each.

• Material changes to scope (e.g., locations, bins, frequencies) require mutual agreement and formal contract modification.

• Base Year: 5/01/2026 - 4/30/2027

• Option Years: 5/01/2027 - 4/30/2031

• Services are to be performed at various CBP properties within the San Diego Sector, as detailed in Attachment B.

• Attachment B, "Waste Removal Task and Frequency Chart," defines the minimum performance requirements for trash removal and garbage collection frequency and days.

• Contractor personnel must be capable, trained, and qualified in trash removal/garbage collection services, including applicable OSHA standards.

• A Quality Control Plan must be submitted with the proposal and finalized within 15 days of award.

• Monthly Status Reports are required with each invoice, detailing accomplishments, problems, and resolutions.

• All trash, garbage, natural vegetation, and recyclables must be removed to an EPA-approved disposal facility.

• Contractor vehicles must be identified with the company name/logo.

• Disposal bins/dumpsters of agreed-upon size must be provided by the contractor.

• Services are typically performed within a 5-to-7-day week, with specific scheduling coordinated with the COR/GAR.

• Contractor employees require valid picture IDs and may be subject to security checks.

• Contractor personnel shall not enter restricted areas without clearance.

• Government-owned containers are not to be removed from the premises.

• Bins/dumpsters must be cleaned and sanitized at least monthly to minimize odors.

• Contractor personnel must clean up any fuel/hydraulic fluid leaks or spills caused by contractor equipment.

• No background checks are required for drivers.

• Contractor must maintain an active status in SAM.gov.

• The contractor is responsible for any damage to Government property caused by negligence.

• The contractor must provide and maintain necessary permits, insurance, and supervision.

• A Quality Control Plan is required, detailing inspection systems, defect prevention methods, safety procedures, and record-keeping.

• The contractor must hold harmless and indemnify the Government against liability claims and costs related to injury or damage.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2 - Price Schedule.xlsx", provides the pricing structure for the opportunity across multiple periods. Bidders are expected to use this template to detail their proposed costs.

• The schedule outlines costs for a Base Period (5/1/2026 - 4/30/2027) and four Option Periods (5/1/2027 - 4/30/2031).
• Costs are broken down by location, including specific addresses and cities within the San Diego region and surrounding areas.
• For each location and period, bidders must provide Monthly Cost and Annual Cost figures.
• The sheet includes line items for various locations such as Border Patrol Stations (BPS), Checkpoints (Chkpt), and maintenance facilities.
• Totals for each period and an overall "TOTAL EVALUATED PRICE" are included.

This attachment is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and to prepare their financial proposals. It details the specific locations and timeframes for which pricing is required, directly impacting the overall bid submission and evaluation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (WD 2015-5635, Revision No. 29) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to the State of California, County of San Diego. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for service employees working under a contract covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with federal regulations. It also outlines specific notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as details on vacation and holiday pay, and the process for conforming unlisted classifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, specifically trash disposal services for various locations within the San Diego Sector, issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP). A separate written solicitation will not be issued; quotes are requested directly.

• Services must meet or exceed the specifications/description in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Detailed specifications must be submitted with the quote for technical review without discussions.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is an RFQ for commercial items.

• The period of performance includes a base period and four option periods.

• Estimated value is not stated.

• Quote Due Date: March 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET.

• Questions Due: February 24, 2026, 2:00 PM ET via email.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically to Starla.r.vanwinkle@cbp.dhs.gov.

• Evaluation Basis: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors: Volume I (Technical - Pass/Fail) and Volume II (Price).

• Technical capabilities will be evaluated by a technical evaluator, and pricing by the Contracting Officer.

• The evaluation process involves a price evaluation followed by a technical pass/fail evaluation of the lowest priced quote.

• This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.

• Quotes must be submitted in two volumes: Technical and Price.

• Attachment 2 – Price Schedule must be completed for pricing.

Wage Determination

This document provides the official U.S. Department of Labor wage determination for various occupations in California County of Orange, as required by the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing contract work in this area.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act for services performed in California County of Orange.

• Occupational Listings: The document lists numerous occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. These range from administrative and clerical roles to health, technical, and maintenance occupations.

• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations are entitled to specific fringe benefits, including health and welfare, vacation, and paid holidays. Specific rates for health and welfare are provided, with a distinction for contracts also covered by Executive Order 13706.

• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining requirements for contractors regarding paid sick leave and minimum hourly wages.

• Conformance Process: Guidance is provided on the process for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in this determination.

• Bidders should carefully review the listed occupations and their corresponding wage rates to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act.

• Specific notes address computer employees, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances, which may impact contract costs and employee compensation.

• The document is subject to revision, and bidders should refer to the latest version.