SAM #140R2026Q0039

Refuse and Recycling Collection Services at New Melones Lake, CA

This opportunity seeks qualified firms to provide refuse and recycling collection services for the Bureau of Reclamation at New Melones Lake, focusing on the Glory Hole Recreation Area in Calaveras County, California. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Reclamation, MP-Regional Office (Department of the Interior) - Current Authorized Vendor: - California Waste Recovery Systems, LLC (operates under Calaveras County franchise system) - Services Requested: - Refuse and recycling collection for up to 28 dumpsters - Provision and maintenance of contractor-furnished refuse and recycling dumpsters - Supply of a 20 cubic yard bin, up to 8 times per year - Scheduled and on-call collections, including peak-season support - Rapid response to additional service requests - Compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Firms must have legal authority to operate under the Calaveras County franchise system - No specific products or part numbers are required; focus is on service capability and legal authorization - Place of Performance: - New Melones Lake, Glory Hole Recreation Area, Calaveras County, California - Contracting office located at 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825

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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE / REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)Refuse and Recycling Collection Services – New Melones Lake, CA1. PurposeThe Bureau of Reclamation is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing refuse and recycling collection services at New Melones Lake, Glory Hole Recreation Area, Calaveras County, California.This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government._____________________________________2. BackgroundThe Government requires refuse and recycling services to support public health, sanitation, and safe operations across federally managed recreation areas. Services occur at geographically dispersed locations within the Glory Hole Recreation Area (campgrounds, day-use areas, boat ramps, and support facilities).Solid waste collection within Calaveras County is subject to a county administered franchise system (Calaveras County Ordinances 2510 and 2817, Title 08 Health and Safety, Chapter 8.12). The Government understands that California Waste Recovery Systems, LLC is currently authorized under the county franchise to provide solid waste collection and disposal services within the applicable service area.The purpose of this notice is to determine whether any other firms have the legal authority and operational capability to perform refuse and recycling collection services within the county’s franchised service area and meet the Government’s requirements.__________________________________3. Scope (Summary)The required services include, but are not limited to:• Servicing up to 28 dumpsters across multiple recreation sites• Providing, maintaining, and replacing contractor furnished refuse and recycling dumpsters• Providing a 20 cubic yard bin as needed (up to 8 times per year)• Performing scheduled and on call collections, including peak-season support• Responding to additional service requests within 72 hours• Managing proper transport and disposal of waste and recyclables• Complying with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety requirements__________________________________4. Capability and Authorization Information RequestedInterested firms shall submit a capability statement addressing the following:• Business name, point of contact, and socioeconomic status• UEI and CAGE Code• Demonstrated capability to perform refuse and recycling collection services of similar size, scope, and complexity• Legal authority to perform refuse and recycling collection services in Calaveras County, including identification of any franchise authorization, subcontracting arrangements, or other legal basis to provide services within the project area• Experience performing similar services at recreation areas, parks, or other public use land management settings___________________________________5. Submission InstructionsResponses shall be submitted via email to:Davinder KullarEmail: davinder_kullar@ios.doi.govResponses are due April 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM PDT.______________________________________6. DisclaimerThis notice is issued solely for market research purposes. The Government will not reimburse costs associated with responding. This notice does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation or award any contract.

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