Addendum 1 Change of opening date.docx

This is Addendum 1 to an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the North Carolina Department of Information Technology for janitorial services at the Western Data Center in Forest City, NC. The addendum modifies the bid submission deadline from May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM to May 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM and provides a Microsoft Teams meeting link for the public bid opening. The mandatory site visit was scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and written questions were due by May 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. The contract will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price meeting all specifications, with an anticipated award date of August 1, 2026, and an effective date of September 1, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with State options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms at its sole discretion, provided renewal notice is given at least 60 days before each term's expiration.

The janitorial services scope encompasses daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of a 53,000 square foot facility operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST, including five restrooms and approximately 7,500 square feet of carpeted areas. Bidders must submit pricing on both monthly and annual bases covering all inclusive costs and provide all cleaning supplies, equipment, personal protective equipment, and specialized carpet cleaning equipment. Qualified bidders must demonstrate financial stability, submit at least three customer references for similar services, complete background checks on all personnel, and register with the NC Secretary of State prior to contract execution. The procurement includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation goal requiring at least 10 percent utilization of diverse firms as subcontractors. Vendors must comply with access badge and key requirements, with a $100.00 replacement charge for lost or unreturned items, and acknowledge receipt of this addendum to avoid rejection of their response.