Certified SB/MB/DVBE Only* Janitorial Services in Alameda County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) for comprehensive janitorial services in Alameda County, targeting four specific locations: the San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge Maintenance Complex, Tow Service Building, Bay Bridge Toll Plaza Administration Building, and Tri-Bridge Maintenance Station. The procurement covers approximately 19,450 square feet of cleaning services, which include twice-weekly routine cleaning, monthly deep cleaning, and twice-yearly floor and carpet maintenance. Specific service requirements encompass vacuuming, mopping, sanitization, window cleaning, and restroom servicing. Written questions must be submitted by January 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with price quotes due by January 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The proposed contract award date is January 30, 2026, with a three-year contract term from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2029. Services will be performed Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., excluding state holidays, with contractors required to complete line-item estimates for each location and service frequency.

This contract is specifically set aside for certified Small Businesses (SB), Microbusinesses, or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with an estimated contract value between $5,000 and $250,000. Contractors must register with the California Department of Industrial Relations Labor Commissioner's Office and maintain current DGS certification throughout the contract term. Prevailing wage requirements apply if the total bid exceeds $15,000, with a minimum CalHR wage rate of $15.83 per hour and a blended benefits rate of $14.14 per hour. Successful bidders must provide insurance documentation within 10 business days of award, including general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), automobile liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and workers' compensation coverage. Contractors must also specify their method of compliance with Government Code Section 19134 employee benefits. At least two price quotes must be received before the contract can be awarded, ensuring competitive pricing and service quality.