2026 13_Aug_3_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by Central Connecticut State University's Purchasing Department for cleaning and degreasing of kitchen exhaust systems across three campus locations: Memorial Hall, Hill Top, and the Student Center. The scope of work includes semi-annual high-pressure steam cleaning and chemical degreasing of all kitchen exhaust systems in compliance with NFPA code regulations, monthly cleaning of flat griddle and charbroil units, and quarterly cleaning of pot sink exhaust hoods. Work will be performed primarily on Friday evenings beginning at 5:00 p.m., though CCSU reserves the right to schedule work on weekends or holidays without additional cost. The solicitation opened June 24, 2026, with proposals due July 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. A non-mandatory walk-through was scheduled for July 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at East Hall, and the deadline for questions submission was July 15, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. EST. The contract term is three years commencing on or about August 1, 2026, with two optional one-year renewals. Award will be made to the lowest responsible qualified bidder based on evaluation factors including past performance, integrity, conformity to specifications, affirmative action compliance, and minority business enterprise participation.

All pricing shall be firm for 120 days from proposal opening and is FOB Destination, excluding federal excise taxes and Connecticut sales taxes. The contractor must supply all equipment, supplies, and materials, and shall not invoice for travel time or normal delivery costs, only for hours spent on the job. All chemicals used must be food-service approved with Material Safety Data Sheets provided prior to award. General liability insurance is required with the State named as an additional insured. The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws, meet CCSU Environmental Health and Safety procedures including job hazard analysis, safety plans, and OSHA training documentation, and coordinate with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety prior to work commencement. Payment terms are vendor specified. Charles Zsebik serves as the primary contact for the solicitation at Central Connecticut State University, located at 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050, and may be reached at 860-832-0041 or charles.zsebik@ccsu.edu.