Custodial, MDEA, Thomaston - Open to Work Centers Only

The State of Maine, specifically the Department of Administrative and Financial Services' Office of State Procurement Services, is seeking custodial services for the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency (MDEA) facility located in Thomaston, Knox County. This Request for Quotations (RFQ #18A 250519-262) is exclusively open to certified Work Centers and covers comprehensive custodial services for a 4,202 square foot facility. The contract's initial performance period will run from August 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with options for four additional one-year extensions through August 31, 2030. Required services include routine cleaning tasks performed one day per week between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with specific requirements for cleaning various surfaces, fixtures, and areas. A mandatory pre-bid facility walkthrough is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 10:00 am, and bidders must submit an Excel worksheet with pricing. Evaluation criteria will be based on the total five-year contract amount, with the state anticipating service on 52 days per year and additional days for scheduled floor cleaning tasks.

The procurement is exclusively restricted to certified Work Centers as defined in 5 MRSA 1826-B.2, effectively limiting competition to specific types of organizations. The previous contract was held by Central Maine Cleaning, with an annual calculated amount of $6,300.00. Pricing must be submitted on a per-month basis for routine tasks, with additional tasks quoted "Per Occurrence" and billable only after service completion. The contract includes extensive requirements for cleaning materials, safety protocols, personnel qualifications, and performance standards, mandating Underwriters-approved, OSHA-compliant materials and specific insurance coverages including Workers' Compensation and Commercial General Liability. Contractors must conduct background checks, maintain proper employee conduct, and adhere to strict cleaning and facility security protocols. The state reserves the right to terminate the contract for poor performance, with potential deductions for incomplete or unsatisfactory work. While the exact budget range is not explicitly stated, the previous contract's annual value of $6,300.00 provides a baseline for potential contract value.