NIOSH Hazardous Waste Services

2026-11-03

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICEHazardous Waste Disposal ServicesNational Institute for Occupational Safety and Health ( NIOSH ) Cincinnati , OH – Morgantown , WV – Pittsburgh , PA – Spokane , WA1 . PURPOSEThis is a Sources Sought Notice issued solely for market research to determine the availability of qualified small or large business concerns capable of performing hazardous and toxic waste disposal services for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health ( NIOSH ). This is not a solicitation and no award will be made from this notice . NIOSH will use the information received to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy , including potential set ‑ asides . 2 . BACKGROUNDNIOSH operates four basic science research facilities located in : Cincinnati , OHMorgantown , WVPittsburgh , PASpokane , WAAll facilities are classified as Small Quantity Generators ( SQG ) under EPA regulations , each generating between 200 – 2 , 200 pounds of hazardous waste per month ( 1 ). Estimated average monthly quantities include : Spokane : 50 lbsPittsburgh : 150 lbsCincinnati : 100 lbsMorgantown : 500 lbs ( 1 ) NIOSH manages approximately 10 , 000 different chemicals in small quantities and requires hazardous waste pickup quarterly at all locations ( 1 ). 3 . SCOPE OF WORKNIOSH seeks a contractor capable of providing comprehensive hazardous waste management , including but not limited to ( 1 ): A . Waste TypesThe waste stream includes : Hazardous chemical wasteFlammable liquids and solidsInorganic and organic acids / basesOxidizersMetals ( solids & powders ) U ‑ listed and P ‑ listed wastePeroxides and reactive wasteMercury compoundsGas cylinders ( approx . 103L ) Dioxins , PCBsAerosolsFormaldehyde ‑ containing tissueSmall quantities of explosivesPaintsWaste oilsUniversal waste ( batteries , pesticides , lamps , aerosol cans ) Additional waste ( charcoal filters , aqueous waste ) B . Required ServicesContractor responsibilities include : Pickup , transportation , packaging ( including lab packing ), labeling , analysis , documentation , and disposal of hazardous wasteCompliance with all Federal , state , and local regulations including RCRA , TSCA , OSHA , DOT ( 49 CFR 100 – 199 ) Creation and management of Hazardous Waste Manifests ( paper , electronic , and hybrid formats ) Spill response , cleanup , and reportingPersonnel training , proper PPE , and safe operationsEnsuring waste is transported only to properly permitted facilitiesProviding certificates of final treatment / disposal demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 261 , 264 / 265 , and applicable state requirementsThe contractor shall supply all personnel , materials , equipment , and documentation necessary for safe , compliant waste handling . 4 . PERIOD OF PERFORMANCEBase Period : 1 YearOption Period 1 : 1 Year5 . NAICS CODE & SIZE STANDARDNIOSH anticipates using the following NAICS code : NAICS 562211 – Hazardous Waste Treatment and DisposalSize standard : $ 47MRespondents may suggest alternative NAICS if appropriate . 6 . REQUESTED RESPONSESInterested firms should submit a capability statement of no more than 10 pages , addressing : Company name , address , UEI , and point of contact informationBusiness size and type ( Small Business , 8 ( a ), SDVOSB , HUBZone , WOSB , etc .) Demonstrated experience performing hazardous waste disposal and lab ‑ pack services of similar size , scope , and complexityPermits , licenses , and certifications , including DOT , EPA , and state approvalsDescription of transportation and disposal facilitiesAbility to meet quarterly pickup requirements across multiple geographic locationsSafety programs , spill response capability , and personnel trainingAny existing government contracts providing similar services7 . SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONSResponses should be submitted electronically via email to : Brad Edwards @ xsw3 @ cdc . govSubject line : Sources Sought – NIOSH Hazardous Waste Disposal ServicesResponses due : 1 May 2026Late submissions may not be reviewed . No phone inquiries will be accepted . 8 . DISCLAIMERThis notice is for market research only . It does not commit the Government to any acquisition . No reimbursement will be provided for responding to this notice .

West Virginia

2026-05-02