Liquid Sanitary Waste Disposal and Grease Pumping Services Federal Bureau of Prisons – FCI Phoenix, AZ
ID: 15BFA026Q00000005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICEFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFAOGRAND PRAIRIE, TX, 75051, USA

NAICS

Other Waste Collection (562119)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)
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    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is seeking quotations for liquid sanitary waste disposal and grease pumping services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Phoenix, Arizona. The procurement involves providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials for the regular collection of liquid waste from various on-site locations, including wastewater treatment plant components and grease traps, under a Firm-Fixed-Price Requirements Contract. This service is crucial for maintaining sanitation and compliance with environmental regulations within the facility. Interested contractors must submit their quotations electronically by following the guidelines in the solicitation, with a site visit scheduled for January 20, 2026, and a deadline for criminal history check forms due by January 12, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Anne Bradley at abradley1@bop.gov or by phone at 771-474-6749.

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    This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), specifically FCI Phoenix, for liquid sanitary waste disposal and grease pumping services. The solicitation, identified as 15BFA026Q00000005, seeks a contractor to remove liquid sanitary waste from various locations within FCI, FPC, and the Mesa Housing Unit in Phoenix, Arizona. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price Requirements Contract with a base period and four unexercised option years, totaling five years. The scope of work includes regular collection of wastewater from the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) head-works and effluent pumps, FPC lift-station, and grease traps at FCI, Mesa Housing Unit, and FPC Food Services. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses and outlines detailed requirements for contractor personnel security, including background checks, citizenship, and residency, along with specific insurance requirements. Invoices will be submitted monthly, and payments will be based on the number of collection events performed. The anticipated effective date of award is March 15, 2026.
    The Business Management Questionnaire / Professional References document is designed to collect critical information from firms bidding on government contracts. It requires companies to detail the percentage of their work distributed between commercial and government contracts. The questionnaire also asks for information on the last three related contracts awarded, including customer details, contract numbers, contact persons, type of work, contract amount, and status (active or complete). Additionally, firms must state the estimated percentage of work they will complete on the current contract, excluding subcontractors, and provide their UEI number, along with their Parent Company's UEI number if applicable. This document is essential for evaluating a firm's experience, capacity, and financial standing in the context of federal, state, or local government solicitations.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) form BP-A0660, "Authorization for Release of Information - Criminal History Check," is a mandatory document for individuals seeking to enter/serve at a BOP facility as volunteers or contractors. This form authorizes the BOP to conduct a criminal history background check, with refusal to provide information potentially leading to denial of entry or status. It collects personal data such as name, address, contact information, aliases, citizenship, Social Security Number, date of birth, physical characteristics, and place of birth. The form also includes a Privacy Act Notice, citing authorities like E.O. 10450 and various USC sections for information collection. It states that the information is used to determine fitness for federal employment, contractual service clearance, or security access, and may be shared with third parties for official responsibilities. While furnishing information is voluntary, non-disclosure may result in a lack of consideration for employment, clearance, or access, or termination of employment. A Spanish instructional template is also provided for non-English speakers.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) is conducting market research for liquid sanitary waste disposal and grease pumping services at the Federal Prison Camp (FPC) and Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Phoenix, Arizona. This market research, in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10, aims to assess the interest and capabilities of potential sources for a contract consisting of a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. The NAICS Code for this requirement is 562119 (Other Waste Collection), with a small business size standard of $12.5 million. The questionnaire seeks information on business size, state certification, ability to provide services in Arizona, prime or subcontractor status, subcontracting levels, income reporting forms, small business program eligibility, GSA FSS contracts, firm-fixed unit pricing capabilities, consistency of insurance requirements with Arizona regulations, customary inclusion of privacy provisions, commercial availability of services, experience with correctional institutions, internet access for solicitations, proposal preparation time, SAM registration, and time to begin services post-award. Responses are due by December 23, 2025.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) seeks a qualified contractor for liquid sanitary waste removal at FCI Phoenix, FPC, and Mesa Housing Unit in Arizona. The scope of work includes weekly and quarterly pumping of wastewater treatment plant headworks, effluent pumps, lift-stations, and various food service grease traps, with capacities ranging from 500 to 6,000 gallons. The contractor must provide all labor, supplies, and materials, coordinate schedules with the FBOP, and demonstrate compliance with Arizona's hazardous waste disposal regulations. Strict adherence to security protocols, including background checks for personnel, tool inventories, and prohibited items, is mandatory. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Contractors must maintain a clean worksite, dispose of waste at approved landfills, and wear industry-standard personal protective equipment. The FBOP will provide escorts and site access.
    This document is a federal wage determination (No. 2015-5469, Revision 29, dated 12/03/2025) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor for Service Contract Act contracts in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, Arizona. It outlines minimum hourly wage rates for various administrative, automotive, food service, health, technical, and other occupations. Additionally, it details fringe benefits including health & welfare, vacation, and eleven paid holidays. The document also provides specific guidelines for computer employees, air traffic controllers, and weather observers regarding night and Sunday pay. It addresses hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard) and uniform allowances. The conformance process for unlisted occupations is explained, requiring contractors to propose classifications and rates for approval by the Wage and Hour Division.
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