Billings UI Center Janitorial

The State of Montana, Department of Labor and Industry is soliciting bids for comprehensive janitorial services for the Billings Unemployment Insurance (UI) Center located in Yellowstone County. The procurement, identified as Bid Number DLI-IFB-2021-0041K, is seeking a total annual janitorial service contract with specific commodity codes 0606 and 0607 for building maintenance and janitorial services. Potential bidders must complete prerequisite reviews including standard terms and conditions, general requirements, specifications, and prevailing wage rate documentation. The bid was officially opened on April 22, 2021, and will close on May 20, 2021, at 2:00 PM MDT, with bidders required to submit comprehensive cost proposals and company details. Evaluation criteria include thorough addressing of each item in the cost proposal document, compliance with state registration requirements, and verification of vendor standing with the Montana Secretary of State. Bidders are expected to review all solicitation documents, answer any posted Q&A inquiries, and ensure complete compliance with state procurement guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered vendors and will need to verify their status by checking debarment information prior to submission. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is structured as a lump sum (LS) contract for total annual janitorial services. The bid requires vendors to provide comprehensive pricing for maintaining the Billings UI Center, suggesting a potentially competitive contract opportunity for janitorial service providers. Potential respondents should carefully review all specifications, including the comprehensive requirements for building maintenance, cleaning standards, and performance expectations. The contract appears to be a standard annual service agreement with potential for renewal, though specific contract duration is not explicitly stated in the available documentation.