Custodial, DOC Bangor

The State of Maine, specifically the Department of Administrative and Financial Services' Office of State Procurement Services, is seeking a custodial services contractor for the Department of Corrections (DOC) facility located in Bangor, Penobscot County. The Request for Quotations (RFQ #03A 250918-065) covers comprehensive custodial services for a 2,100 square foot office space, with a mandatory pre-bid facility walkthrough scheduled for September 30, 2025, at 10:00 am. The initial contract term is from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2026, with options for four additional one-year extensions through October 31, 2030. The contractor must provide all cleaning supplies, equipment, and personnel, including a working supervisor or job coach, and perform routine and periodic cleaning tasks. Key requirements include using EPA-approved germicidal cleaners, conducting background checks on personnel, maintaining safety data sheets, and performing various cleaning tasks. Evaluation will be based on the total five-year amount, with bidders required to submit an Excel worksheet detailing their pricing for routine and periodic cleaning services to be performed on twenty-six days per year.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of organizations. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability ($300,000 per occurrence), and Automobile Liability ($300,000 per occurrence). No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. Contractors are limited to subcontracting no more than 15% of the total work and must maintain strict confidentiality and safety protocols. The state reserves the right to request additional supporting information and terminate the contract for poor performance. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the bid worksheet provides a framework for monthly pricing and per-occurrence service rates, suggesting flexibility in contract value based on the specific services required. The solicitation indicates a comprehensive approach to custodial services with potential for ongoing renewal and adaptation over the five-year potential contract period.