New Orleans Regional Transit Authority Procureware #IFB 2026-017

New Orleans RTA Solicits Biohazard & Sharps Cleanup Services for Transit Locations

The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans (RTA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Biohazard & Sharps Cleanup Services across its transit system. - Government Buyer: - Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans (RTA), Procurement Office - Products & Services Requested: - On-call biohazard and sharps cleanup services at multiple transit locations, including bus stops and streetcar stations - Removal, decontamination, transportation, and disposal of biohazardous waste (e.g., used hypodermic needles, biological fluids) - Supply of FDA-cleared, puncture-resistant, leak-proof, labeled sharps containers - Provision of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and occasional portable restrooms - Key Requirements: - 24/7 availability with rapid response times: within 2 hours for urgent incidents, 4 hours for public-facing areas, and 24 hours for non-emergencies - Personnel must be trained, certified (OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, HAZWOPER awareness, NORTA Roadway Worker Protection), and vaccinated (including Hepatitis B) - Experience in hazardous material cleanup and working with vulnerable populations - Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including DBE participation and nondiscrimination policies - Chain-of-custody documentation and digital reporting for each site visit - All waste must be transported to permitted facilities - OEMs & Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Details: - Fixed-price contract for three years (one year base, two one-year options) - Services required at three main RTA locations in New Orleans

Description

The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to provide Biohazard & Sharps Cleanup Services for various RTA locations. The services include on-call removal, decontamination, transportation, and disposal of biohazardous waste such as used hypodermic needles and associated biological fluids. Vendors must provide trained and vaccinated personnel, respond promptly to incidents, and comply with safety and disposal regulations. The contract requires availability 24/7 and submission of detailed reports and invoices for services rendered.

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