How to bid on Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for Caltrans

What Caltrans is buying

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is looking for vendors to provide hazardous waste disposal services. This opportunity covers Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Santa Cruz counties.

This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), meaning the award will likely go to the lowest-priced, responsive, and responsible bidder. If your business specializes in environmental services, particularly hazardous waste management, this could be a suitable contract.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline to submit your bid for solicitation 05A3009 is August 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time. Late submissions are typically not accepted, so plan to submit well in advance of the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is ideal for businesses with expertise and proper certifications in hazardous waste disposal and environmental services. Firms with a strong operational presence or capability to serve the specified counties in California are particularly well-suited. The category for this work is environmental services.

How to respond

To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to go to Cal eProcure, California's eProcurement portal. You can view the posting and its associated documents without needing an account. However, to submit your response, you will need to sign in to a free Cal eProcure account. Follow the specific instructions provided within the posting for submitting your bid.

Michael Dean is the point of contact for this solicitation. All communications should be directed as specified in the solicitation documents.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your bid, ensure you thoroughly understand all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Pay close attention to any specific licenses, permits, or certifications required for hazardous waste disposal in California. Clearly detail your experience and capabilities in handling various types of hazardous waste.

Since this is an Invitation for Bid, pricing will be a critical factor. Ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the scope of services. Double-check all calculations and ensure your bid is complete and free of errors before submission. Always submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.