The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration awarded a purchase order to Germrip LLC for non-personal janitorial services at the National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office in Johnston, Iowa, valued at $9,900.00, with an award date of September 14, 2026. The procurement carries a total small business set-aside designation.
Performance occurs at 9607 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston, Iowa 50131, and runs through September 13, 2027. The contractor cleans approximately 5,546 square feet of office space—50 percent carpet, 50 percent tile—including entryways, interior doors, and two bathrooms. Service is required three times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Designated contractor personnel (between one and three individuals) must complete a Tier 1 Investigation and HSPD-12 credentialing within five business days of award. Wage Determination 2015-4979 Revision 28 applies, with custodial worker rates at $22.76–$26.55 per hour plus 30 percent fringe benefits. Products used must comply with EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guideline recovered materials requirements and USDA BioPreferred biobased product standards to the maximum extent possible. The procurement originated from a solicitation posted July 17, 2026, with quotes due July 27, 2026.