NASA Awards Contract for Refuse and Recycling Services
November 1, 2024 (NASA PR) – NASA has awarded a $24.5 million contract to Waste Management of Texas, Inc. for refuse and recycling services at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
The contract includes the collection, hauling, processing, and disposal of all solid waste generated at the center, as well as the recycling of paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, and glass. The contract also includes the provision of recycling containers and educational materials to promote recycling awareness and participation among Johnson Space Center employees and visitors.
The contract will have a period of performance of five years, with two one-year option periods. The work will be performed at Johnson Space Center, which is home to the astronaut corps, mission control, and other critical NASA facilities.
“This contract is an important part of our efforts to reduce our environmental impact and promote sustainability at Johnson Space Center,” said Johnson Space Center Director Vanessa Wyche. “Waste Management has a proven track record of providing these services, and we are confident that they will help us meet our goals.”
Waste Management is a leading provider of waste management services in North America. The company has a long history of working with NASA, and currently provides refuse and recycling services at several other NASA facilities, including the Kennedy Space Center in Florida and the Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with NASA and provide these essential services at Johnson Space Center,” said Waste Management CEO Jim Fish. “We are committed to helping NASA meet its environmental goals and to providing the highest quality of service to the center’s employees and visitors.”
The award of this contract is a significant step forward in NASA’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact. By recycling more waste and reducing the amount of waste that is sent to landfills, NASA can help to conserve natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create a more sustainable future.
NASA Awards Contract for Refuse and Recycling Services
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