Custodial & Trash Removal Vinalhaven MSFS Crew Qtrs

The State of Maine, specifically the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Division of Procurement Services, is seeking a contractor to provide custodial and trash removal services for the Ferry Service Crew Quarters located in Vinalhaven, Knox County. The Request for Quotations (RFQ 17A 250707-012) covers approximately 1,500 square feet of facility maintenance, with a contract term from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, and options for four additional one-year extensions through July 31, 2030. Deliverables include comprehensive cleaning services with daily, monthly, and periodic tasks such as restroom cleaning, trash removal, laundry, and various maintenance activities. Contractors must provide their own transportation to the island and ensure thorough facility cleaning. Evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, with pricing being a key factor after confirming conformity with specifications. A pre-bid facility tour can be scheduled by emailing Joel.A.Perry@maine.gov before July 14, 2025, with final quotations due by 4:00 p.m. local time on Monday, July 21, 2025.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The previous contractor was Julia Haley, with the last contract's annual calculated amount at $10,330.00. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid package, including a bid cover page, debarment form, subcontractor information, and a disaster recovery plan. The contract requires contractors to undergo background checks and comply with strict performance standards. The bid worksheet allows for monthly pricing of routine tasks and per-occurrence pricing for additional services, with potential for zero-dollar pricing across contract periods. Contractors must also provide hourly labor rates for supplemental services beyond the specified scope. The state may request additional custodial services on an as-needed basis, with the expectation that the contractor can provide supplemental work at the quoted hourly rates.