Bid guide
How to bid on Food and Green Waste Recycling and Recovery Services for CA Dept of Corrections & Rehab
What the agency is buying
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is looking for vendors to provide food and green waste recycling and recovery services. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in environmental services to work with a state agency.
The solicitation number for this opportunity is 0000040243. Interested vendors should review the full requirements to understand the scope of services needed by the CDCR.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting responses to this solicitation is October 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this time.
Responses received after the deadline may not be considered. Plan to complete and submit your proposal well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that specialize in environmental services, particularly those with experience in waste management, recycling, and recovery of food and green waste. Firms with a strong background in these areas and the capacity to serve a state agency in California would be a good fit.
The category for this solicitation is environmental services. Vendors with relevant experience and capabilities in this field are encouraged to consider bidding.
How to respond
To access the full requirements and instructions, you will need to visit the Cal eProcure portal. Viewing the solicitation and its documents is public and does not require an account.
To submit your response, you will need to sign in to Cal eProcure. A free account is required for submitting proposals. Follow the specific instructions provided within the posting for how to submit your completed response before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, ensure you thoroughly understand all the requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Pay close attention to any specific service standards or operational procedures requested by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Clearly articulate your firm's experience and capabilities in food and green waste recycling and recovery. Highlight any past successes or unique approaches that demonstrate your ability to provide high-quality, efficient services. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines to ensure your proposal is complete and submitted on time.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dept of Corrections & Rehab; the original posting controls.