Custodial Operations and Maintenance of Rest Areas - McDowell County Division 13

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is issuing a request for proposal (RFP) for custodial operations and maintenance services for the rest areas located on I-40 in McDowell County, Division 13. The contract will require the selected janitorial maintenance company to provide efficient janitorial and grounds services, including labor, supervision, equipment, and supplies, at the rest area facilities near the city of Marion. The contract term is for one year, with the option to extend for two additional one-year periods. Bids are due on April 17, 2024 at 2:00 P.M., and bidders may submit questions by April 3, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. The RFP includes requirements for a minimum mandatory wage rate, provisions for reduced staffing during budget restrictions, and a performance guarantee in lieu of a performance bond. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary materials, supplies, and equipment, and maintaining an emergency stock of janitorial supplies and repair parts.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor or contractor is not mentioned. The RFP does not provide any information about the award value or budget range for this contract opportunity.