Luzerne County - AFFF/PFAS Fire Suppressant Foam Disposal Program - Ref. #10132026RFPEMA (2026)
Luzerne CountyCounty · Wilkes-Barre, PA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mary Ann Amesbury
- (570) 825-1501
The 30-second brief
Luzerne County is seeking proposals for an Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF)/Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) fire suppressant foam disposal program. The work involves the safe collection, pickup, transport, and disposal of approximately 1,552 gallons of firefighting foam inventory from county fire departments, packaged in nine 55-gallon drums and 200 five-gallon containers/pails. Proposers must hold required Pennsylvania certifications as a Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) or Contractor. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 30, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with two one-year extension options.
Unit Price per 55 Gallon Drum for Disposal, Unit Price per 5 Gallon Container/Pail for Disposal
Price, reputation of Responder and of its goods and services, quality of goods and services, extent to which goods or services meet County's needs, Responder's past relationship with the County
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Summary
Luzerne County is seeking proposals for an Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF)/Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) fire suppressant foam disposal program.
The work involves the safe collection, pickup, transport, and disposal of approximately 1,552 gallons of firefighting foam inventory from county fire departments, packaged in nine 55-gallon drums and 200 five-gallon containers/pails. Proposers must hold required Pennsylvania certifications as a Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) or Contractor. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 30, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with two one-year extension options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Reputation of Responder and of its goods and services
- Quality of goods and services
- Extent to which goods or services meet County's needs
- Responder's past relationship with the County
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Unit Price per 55 Gallon Drum for Disposal, Unit Price per 5 Gallon Container/Pail for Disposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cost proposal form in Appendix A-1
- Pennsylvania certifications as Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) or Contractor
- Questionnaire Form (Appendix B)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Appendix C)
- Signature Page and Certification (Appendix F)
- Business references
- Resume
- Submit to
- Luzerne County Purchasing Department, Penn Place Building, Suite 223A, 20 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 / https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Luzerne County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Luzerne County Purchasing Department, Penn Place Building, Suite 223A, 20 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 / https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com. For questions, contact Mary Ann Amesbury.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Luzerne County in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mary Ann Amesbury at (570) 825-1501. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Unit Price per 55 Gallon Drum for Disposal, Unit Price per 5 Gallon Container/Pail for Disposal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, reputation of Responder and of its goods and services, quality of goods and services, extent to which goods or services meet County's needs, Responder's past relationship with the County" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Luzerne County?
All active and historical solicitations from Luzerne County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Luzerne County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cost proposal form in Appendix A-1, Pennsylvania certifications as Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) or Contractor, Questionnaire Form (Appendix B), Non-Collusion Affidavit (Appendix C), Signat. Review the full document from Luzerne County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilkes-Barre, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.