Santa Barbara Planet bids #6200

Santa Barbara Solicits Contractor for Removal and Disposal of Water Treatment Solids

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a contractor to manage the removal, transportation, and disposal of non-hazardous, alum-based dewatered treatment solids from the Cater Water Treatment Plant. - Government Buyer: City of Santa Barbara, General Services Division - Scope of Work: - Collection, removal, hauling, and disposal of approximately 1,000 wet tons of alum-based dewatered treatment solids annually - Two removal schedules: single truck loads 1-4 times per month from the dewatering facility, and multiple truck loads every 2-4 months from drying basins - Contractor assumes ownership of solids upon loading - Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, permits, and comply with California labor and environmental laws - Fees are based on wet tons transported - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit with required safety gear - Electronic bid submission - 100% payment and performance bonds required for bids over $25,000 - Contractor must maintain records and permits - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Initial contract term is one year, with up to four one-year renewal options (maximum five years total)

Description

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a qualified contractor for the collection, removal, hauling, and disposal of non-hazardous dewatered treatment solids generated at the Cater Water Treatment Plant. The solids are alum-based and dewatered in drying basins and a dewatering facility, requiring multiple truck loads for removal on two different schedules. The contract is for an initial duration of one year, renewable up to five years. Bids must be submitted electronically by August 17, 2026, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on August 3, 2026.

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