NRBA_-_027-RW-1025Lunchroom_Cleaning_and_Custodial_Supplies.pdf

This is a bid solicitation document from the School Board of Polk County, Florida, for lunchroom cleaning and custodial supplies to be delivered to their warehouse in Bartow, FL. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of janitorial and cleaning products across 20 distinct product categories, including wastebaskets, toilet tissue holders, rubber gloves, mop heads, cleaning wipes, paper towel dispensers, and disinfecting supplies. Electronic bid responses were required through VendorLink by October 24, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. The contract period spans from November 4, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with the first purchase order representing approximately 1/5 to 1/4 of the total estimated quantities. Vendors were required to bid on all items within specific composites to be considered for award, and all submissions had to comply with strict specifications regarding approved and preferred brands, product samples, and detailed manufacturer and model requirements.

The total anticipated bid value was approximately $68,600. Multiple vendors were ultimately awarded contracts for different line items, including Agni Enterprises LLC, Dade Paper & Bag, Genesis II, Pyramid School Products, Sam Tell and Son, United Sales USA Corporation, and W.B. Mason. The School Board reserved the right to adjust contract terms and pricing after 90 days if market conditions warranted. No set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were specified, though a Florida Preference clause was included. For item 5, no award was made due to no acceptable bids received, with the School Board indicating they would obtain quotes as needed. All vendors were required to comply with drug-free workplace certifications, debarment declarations, and non-collusion affidavits. Contact information was provided for Robert Woods from the Purchasing Department for inquiries regarding the bid or award process.