California — Dept of Parks & RecreationIssuing agency·Sacramento, CA·via California's Cal eProcure statewide procurement portalThe Oceano Dunes District (ODD) of the CA Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), located in San Luis Obispo announces its Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a qualified firm to provide refuse, recycling and organic waste collection services within the ODD¿s park units, which include its campgrounds, state beach entrances, State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA), and Corporation Yard. This three (3) year contract has an anticipated start date of 12/23/2026 and end date of 12/22/2029. Bids will be received until 11/23/2026 at 2:00pm. Please review the attached bid package for detailed scope of services, requirements, and bidding materials. This IFB does NOT have a mandatory job-walk. However, prospective bidders may arrange to view the area to be serviced by contacting the representative for the Department of Parks and Recreation at the address noted on the Invitation for Bids. Note: The DVBE requirement is waived for this solicitation, however, the DVBE incentive still applies. KEY ACTION DATES IFB Release: 10/23/2026 at 2:00pm Questions Submittal Deadline: 11/04/2026 at 2:00pm Answers to Questions Posted: 11/06/2026 Proposal Submission Deadline: 11/23/2026 at 2:00pm Opening and Review: 11/24/2026 at 2:00pm Intent to Award: 11/24/2026 Award: 12/01/2026 BID SUBMISSION INFORMATION No bid will be considered unless it is prepared and submitted in accordance with instructions for submitting bids. All documentation listed on the bidder¿s checklist, including the checklist, must be complete and submitted by closing date. The contract award, if awarded, will be to the lowest responsible bidder who comply with all the requirements specified in the bid solicitation documents, which include, among others, the Invitation for Bids, Instructions to Bidders for Refuse Disposal Service, Specifications, Bid Form, and when applicable, Additional Instructions to Bidders, and the DVBE Compliance Certification and Documentation. Bids will be opened publicly during a scheduled conference-call on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm. Individuals interested in calling into the Bid Opening must send their request into OD.Billing@parks.ca.gov to receive a conference participation access code. One code will be available per bidder. A request for conference-call must be submitted 24-hours in advance to allow the State to provide adequate time to accommodate all Bidders. Questions regarding this IFB can be directed to: OD.Billing@parks.ca.gov.
Sell Event / RFx · Event version 1 · Department: Dept of Parks & Recreation · Event ID: 0000040756
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The contractor will provide refuse, recycling and organic waste collection services at the Oceano Dunes District park units, including campgrounds, state beach entrances, State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA), and Corporation Yard, under a three-year contract.
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