How to bid on Hazardous Waste Disposal for DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a contractor to handle the removal, transportation, and disposal of various types of hazardous and regulated waste. This includes RCRA hazardous wastes, non-RCRA wastes, state-regulated wastes, universal wastes, compressed gases, Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), and Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).

These services are needed for military installations in the Barstow/China Lake region of California, as well as locations within a 50-mile radius of specified pickup sites. This is a renewal of an existing contract, indicating an ongoing need for these critical environmental services.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on September 4, 2026. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. All proposals must be emailed to [email protected] and [email protected] by this deadline.

Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected]. The cut-off for questions is 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, fourteen calendar days after the solicitation issuance. Questions received after this time may not be answered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in hazardous waste management, transportation, and disposal. The acquisition is issued as a full and open competition under NAICS code 562211, which has a small business size standard of $47 million.

The contract is anticipated to have a 30-month base period starting February 2027, followed by a 30-month option period beginning August 2029. This indicates a long-term engagement for a qualified contractor.

How to respond to this solicitation

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the announcement itself serves as the solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. You must prepare your proposal in accordance with the instructions in FAR 52.212-1 and its addenda (Attachment 8), and the evaluation criteria in FAR 52.212-2 and its addenda (Attachment 9). Ensure you review all attachments, including the Performance Work Statement (Attachment 1), Price Schedule (Attachment 2), and Clauses and Provisions (Attachment 7).

Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications, with their offer if any updates are needed to their online representations and certifications. Also, ensure all fill-in provisions from Attachment 11 are submitted with your proposal.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Thoroughly review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) in Attachment 1 to understand the full scope of services required, including the specific types of waste and geographic coverage. Pay close attention to the pricing structure in Attachment 2 and ensure your proposed costs are competitive and accurately reflect the services.

Since this is a renewal of an existing contract, the agency has provided ordering history in '26R12 Ordering History.xlsx'. Analyze this data to understand past service volumes and patterns, which can help you forecast and price your proposal effectively. Also, complete the Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment 10) to highlight your relevant experience.

Ensure your proposal addresses all instructions in FAR 52.212-1 and its addenda, and clearly demonstrates how you meet the evaluation criteria outlined in FAR 52.212-2 and its addenda. Double-check that all required forms and attachments, including the fill-in provisions, are completed and submitted by the deadline.