Custodial Services for Head Start Programs

The University of Wisconsin-Shared Services is coordinating a procurement on behalf of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Head Start program to establish a contract for custodial services across four Head Start locations. This solicitation seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive cleaning and maintenance services to support the Head Start educational facilities. The primary objectives are to maintain clean, safe, and hygienic environments conducive to early childhood education and development. Prospective bidders must possess relevant experience in custodial services, particularly in educational or childcare settings, and demonstrate the capacity to service multiple locations efficiently. Interested vendors must submit their responses online through the SciQuest procurement portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UWisconsin. The solicitation was posted on April 14, 2026, with a deadline for proposal submissions on May 8, 2026. All inquiries regarding this bid must be directed to Susan Poff at UW Shared Services via email at Susan.Poff@uwss.wisconsin.edu.

The procurement documentation does not specify set-aside designations, restrictions on vendor types, or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises at this time. No incumbent vendors or current contractors have been identified in the available information. Additionally, the specific contract award value, budget range, or pricing expectations have not been disclosed in this solicitation. Bidders should consult the complete solicitation documents on the SciQuest platform for comprehensive requirements, evaluation criteria, performance standards, and any additional terms and conditions governing this custodial services contract.