25FQ9, Floor Finish and Floor Stripper

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) has issued a solicitation (Bid Number 25FQ9) for floor finish and floor stripper to be used by the Operations Department for floor care in schools and office buildings. The procurement seeks 1,000 five-gallon containers of floor finish and 100 one-gallon containers of floor stripper with specific technical requirements, including PFAS-free formulation, low VOC content, and ultra-concentrated dilution. The contract will have an initial term from the award date through May 31, 2027, with two potential two-year renewal options. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. via Google Meet, with bid submissions due on April 29, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. The tentative award date is May 12, 2025. Vendors must be registered with eMaryland Marketplace Advantage and submit comprehensive documentation including a vendor questionnaire, references, proof of financial stability, licensing information, and various statutory forms.

The solicitation emphasizes green cleaning supply preferences and includes specific requirements for vendor qualifications. Vendors must comply with Maryland state laws regarding employee background checks and sex offender registries, and must provide comprehensive insurance coverage. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the bid package indicates a preference for vendors who can demonstrate financial stability, technical competence, and commitment to environmental sustainability. Vendors are expected to maintain firm pricing through the initial contract period and are encouraged to provide year-over-year cost reduction recommendations. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement involves supplying cleaning supplies across multiple school and office facilities in Frederick County, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The solicitation covers jurisdictions in Frederick County and includes a National Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (CDP) component, which may expand the potential scope of the contract.