Refuse Services
ID: FA875126RREFUSEType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8751 AFRL RIKOROME, NY, 13441-4514, USA

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8da3c6d393a94e8186c402c7911cd758/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for a five-year contract to provide refuse services at various research facilities in New York, including the Rome Research Site, Newport Research Facilities, and Stockbridge Research Facilities. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of solid waste management, including personnel, equipment, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, while ensuring proper collection, transport, and disposal of waste materials. This procurement is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and environmental compliance at these military installations. Interested small businesses must submit their intent to propose, along with required documentation, by 3:00 p.m. EST on January 26, 2026, to the primary contact, Tabitha Haggart, at tabitha.haggart@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tabitha Haggart
    tabitha.haggart@us.af.mil
    Jenna Tarbania
    jenna.tarbania@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Attachment 1 RRS DFAS B101.pdf
    The document outlines a detailed site plan for the Rome Research Site in Rome, NY 13441, focusing on infrastructure and logistical elements. It identifies various roads such as Chappie James Blvd., Brooks Road, Otis Street, Electronic Parkway, Moody Street, Ellsworth Road, Olive Grove Street, March St., MacDill St., Turner St., Paine St., and Selfridge St. Key infrastructure includes numerous ramps, stairs, HSS8x8x1/4 and HSS8x8x3/8 structural elements, and multiple catch basins. The site features an Antenna Farm, Dumpsters, Guard Shack, Existing Entrance/Exit, Towers, Fences, Gates, and various buildings labeled B-1, B-2, B-3, B-21, B-37, B-101, B-106, B-107, B-110, B-302, B-346, 100, 111, 116, 123, 131, 133, 135, 143, 15, 158, 159, 16, 19, 20, 207, 209, 210, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 35, 36, 42, 43, 45, 47, 504, 5865, 5893, 6092, 6233, 6385, 6390, 700, 702, 772, 8000, 8001, 8002, 82, 87, 88, 53', 543, 496, 68. The plan also details extensive pavement areas, parking lots with specific capacities (e.g., 158, 82, 29, 68, 87, 116, 88, 111, 159, 543, 496 parking spots), and specific facilities like a Control Tower, Fire Station, Steam Plant, Generator, Refuse Stations (DFAS #1, Station #1-404 Hangar Road, Station #2, Station #3, Station #4), and a SUB. STA. The document also notes the presence of DFAS (Defense Finance and Accounting Service) and AFRL (Air Force Research Laboratory) facilities, indicating a governmental or military context. Additional features include Card Readers, Stop signs, and various numbered points (e.g., V4-V20, KD). The overall document appears to be a site map or architectural drawing for a federal installation, providing a comprehensive overview of its layout and components. The sheet size is 11" x 17" and it is not to scale, with a publication date of DD MMM YYYY.
    Attachment 2 Irish Hill.pdf
    The document outlines a research site and refuse station project located at 391 Lindsey Road, Newport, NY 13416, referred to as the "ABANDONED" LINDSAY ROAD site. It details key personnel involved, including a project manager, and identifies the Rome Research Site and AFRL Information Directorate (Electronic Parkway, Rome, NY 13441) as associated entities. The document specifies a sheet size of 11" x 17" and indicates a publication date, suggesting it is a design or planning document for a government-related research or infrastructure project, possibly an RFP or grant application for site development or environmental management at the Newport Irish Hill Research Site.
    Attachment 3 Tanner Hill.pdf
    The document describes a refuse station designated as "LOCATION #2" at the Newport Tanner Hill Research Site, specifically located on Tower Road in Newport, NY. It details the project management and design team from the Rome Research Site and AFRL Information Directorate on Electronic Parkway, Rome, NY. The sheet size for the plans is 11" x 17". The project is related to the Tanner Hill research activities and likely involves waste management infrastructure within a federal government research context.
    Attachment 4 Stockbridge.pdf
    This document appears to be a site plan or drawing related to the Rome Research Site and the Stockbridge Research Site, likely associated with the AFRL Information Directorate. It lists two project numbers (B-1477, B-1480) and identifies a refuse station at "LOCATION #1." Key details include addresses for both the AFRL (ELECTRONIC PARKWAY ROME, NY 13441) and a location possibly related to the Stockbridge site (5251 BURLESON ROAD ONEIDA, NY 13421). The document specifies individuals involved in the project, such as a Project Manager, and those responsible for design, drafting, and checking. It also indicates a publication date and sheet size (11" x 17"). The mention of "NOT TO SCALE" suggests this is a conceptual or informational drawing rather than a precise engineering plan. The overall purpose seems to be to outline or document a facility or project within a government research context.
    RRS DFAS Refuse draft PWS 2026-2031.docx
    This Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for solid waste management at the Rome Research Site, Newport Research Facilities, and Stockbridge Research Facilities in New York. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and services for refuse, recycling, and construction/demolition debris collection, transport, and disposal, adhering to all local, state, and federal regulations. Key aspects include establishing collection schedules, maintaining clean collection areas, proper off-site disposal, equipment maintenance, and monthly reporting of tonnage and fees. The document also details performance objectives, quality control measures, environmental requirements for hazardous materials and spill response, security protocols for site access, and safety regulations. The contractor is responsible for damages, permits, and ensuring personnel comply with all site rules and possess appropriate licenses.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Refuse Services
    Currently viewing
    Sources Sought
    Similar Opportunities
    Other than Full and Open Competition_Integrated Waste Management
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to provide integrated solid waste management services at Homestead Air Reserve Base (ARB) in Florida. The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, containers, and other necessary items to perform non-hazardous solid waste refuse collection and disposal services, adhering to all local, state, and federal regulations. This procurement is crucial for maintaining environmental standards and operational efficiency at the base. Interested parties can contact Ashley Johns at ashley.johns.3@us.af.mil or by phone at 786-415-7471 for further details regarding this opportunity.
    TRASH REMOVAL SERVICES AT FORT HAMILTON COMMISSARY
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Commissary Agency (DECA), is seeking a contractor to provide trash removal services at the Fort Hamilton Commissary located in Brooklyn, New York. The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, and transportation necessary for the removal, pickup, and disposal of trash three times a week, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental regulations. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with a contract period consisting of one base year and four one-year option periods, and the anticipated award date is March 1, 2026. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can direct inquiries to Marcella Simmons at marcella.simmons@deca.mil or Robert French at ROBERT.FRENCH@DECA.MIL.
    Regulated Medical Waste Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Health Care Activity, is seeking sources for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) disposal services to support military medical treatment facilities across the United States, Guam, and Puerto Rico. The procurement aims to identify qualified contractors capable of providing comprehensive RMW removal, transportation, and disposal services, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations, including those for hazardous waste. This initiative is crucial for maintaining health and safety standards within military healthcare environments, ensuring proper handling of potentially infectious materials. Interested parties must submit their capability statements, along with the required Market Research Questionnaire and Experience Reporting Form, to the designated contacts by the specified deadlines, with the contract anticipated to be awarded as a firm fixed price agreement commencing on January 31, 2027.
    Solicitation: Waste Receptacle (NSN:7240-01-537-1804)
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 233 waste receptacles, identified by NSN 7240-01-537-1804 and part number 5-15-33963. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, requiring compliance with military preservation, packing, and marking standards, with all shipments to be delivered Free On Board (FOB) destination to Texarkana, TX. The waste receptacles are essential for maintaining cleanliness and organization in military environments, and the selected contractor will be responsible for all associated testing costs. Interested parties must submit their offers by November 25, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. local time, and can direct inquiries to the primary contact, Eboni Albert, at eboni.q.albert.civ@army.mil or by phone at 571-588-9006.
    NMUSAF Custodial Contract
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, is seeking proposals for custodial services at the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF) located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. The contract, which is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 561720, requires comprehensive cleaning services, including daily facility maintenance, restroom upkeep, snow and ice removal, and window cleaning, with a base period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, followed by four option years and a potential six-month extension. This procurement is critical for maintaining the cleanliness and professional appearance of the museum, which serves as a significant historical and educational resource. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 4:00 PM Eastern on January 23, 2026, to the designated contacts, Ladaia Lumpkin and Alyssa Williams, with the subject line "Synopsitation FA8601-26-R-0001."
    Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) Solid Waste Management Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Belvoir, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide solid waste management services at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) for Fiscal Year 2026. The contractor will be responsible for managing municipal solid waste, scrap metal, construction demolition debris, and single-stream recycling, including the relocation of waste collection infrastructure for the Southern Expansion project. This procurement is critical for maintaining the cleanliness and environmental standards of the cemetery, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Interested parties must submit their capability statements to Contract Specialist Amber Peeples at amber.k.peeples.civ@army.mil by January 16, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST, and are encouraged to review the attached draft Statement of Work for detailed requirements.
    Western Regional HW Incineration
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services, is soliciting proposals for the Western Regional Hazardous Waste Incineration contract, which involves the removal, transportation, and disposal of various hazardous and non-hazardous wastes from military installations across the Western United States. The selected contractor will manage a range of waste types, including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous wastes, PCBs, and PFAS, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and proper handling procedures. This contract is crucial for maintaining environmental safety and compliance at military sites, with a base period of 30 months anticipated to begin in March 2026, followed by an option period of the same length. Proposals are due by 1500 EST on December 29, 2025, and interested parties should direct inquiries to Timothy Hassett at Timothy.Hassett@dla.mil or Erik Rundquist at erik.rundquist@dla.mil.
    Medical Waste Incineration Services – Fort Detrick, MD
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island, is seeking qualified sources for Medical Waste Incineration Services at Fort Detrick, Maryland. The procurement involves comprehensive operation and maintenance services for a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) medical waste incinerator facility, which will process over one million pounds of regulated medical waste annually, including waste from Biosafety Level 2, 3, and 4 laboratories. This initiative is critical for ensuring environmentally sound disposal and compliance with stringent safety and security standards in medical waste management. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and qualifications by 2:00 PM CT on September 22, 2025, to Alex Hatlestad at alex.j.hatlestad.civ@army.mil and Benjamin Gillen at benjamin.j.gillen.civ@army.mil.
    Grease Trap Cleaning Service
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for grease trap cleaning services at Beale Air Force Base (AFB) in California. The contract requires both scheduled quarterly and unscheduled cleaning services for six underground grease traps across five facilities, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while preventing blockages and odors in the kitchen’s wastewater system. This non-personal service contract, valued at approximately $16.5 million, includes a base period from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with four optional one-year extensions, and proposals are due by January 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. Interested parties should contact Teresa Romig at teresa.romig@us.af.mil or SSgt Jacob Duderstadt at jacob.duderstadt@us.af.mil for further information.
    Fleet Janitorial Services Maintenance
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center, is seeking proposals for Fleet Janitorial Services Maintenance at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The contract requires the provision of comprehensive janitorial services for aircraft, including cleaning galley areas, managing waste, replenishing supplies, and servicing potable water systems, with a performance period extending from March 16, 2026, to March 31, 2031. This opportunity is critical for maintaining operational readiness and hygiene standards for aircraft assigned to the base. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by January 26, 2026, and can direct inquiries to Richard Godoy at richard.godoy@us.af.mil or Cinthia Arias at cinthia.arias@us.af.mil, with an estimated total contract value of $22 million.