020 PSP wilkes-barre DEO janitorial

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically the Pennsylvania State Police in Luzerne County's Woodcock Borough, is soliciting electronic bids for janitorial services at the Wilkes-Barre DEO location. The procurement opportunity, identified by contract ID 66cc9177968d0a8c8a077821, seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive janitorial services three days per week from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2024. Bidders are required to complete a mandatory site visit and obtain a signed Proof of Visit Form from the Station Commander or representative, which must be submitted with the electronic bid response. The bid documents are available on the PA Supplier Portal, and all potential vendors must register on the portal to submit a proposal. The initial bid was posted on February 7, 2019, with a response deadline of February 14, 2019. Vendors must review and comply with the General Specifications attached to the Invitation for Bid (IFB) and monitor the DGS emarketplace website for any potential change notices.

This procurement opportunity is specifically set aside for small businesses, with a mandatory self-certification requirement through www.smallbusiness.pa.gov prior to the bid opening date. Vendors must obtain a small business certification and provide documentation demonstrating their qualification status. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract covers janitorial services for a five-year period, suggesting a potentially significant ongoing service contract. Electronic bid submissions are the only acceptable method of response, emphasizing the state's preference for digital procurement processes. Interested parties with questions are directed to email LBOBITZ@PA.GOV for further clarification. The procurement appears focused on securing a local, small business vendor to maintain the cleanliness and operational standards of the Wilkes-Barre State Police facility through comprehensive janitorial services.