Deep Cleaning and Hoard Removal

The City of Sterling Heights, Michigan has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP-SH25-009) for Deep Cleaning & Hoard Removal services targeting properties identified as potential community health concerns within Macomb County. The comprehensive procurement seeks qualified contractors to perform a wide range of cleaning and removal tasks, including hoarding and clutter cleanup, triage and sorting of contents, recovery of valuables, paperwork storage, waste disposal, e-waste recycling, and thorough deep cleaning with disinfection. Contractors must provide a qualified project manager, maintain strict discretion, and utilize unmarked service vehicles during service delivery. The contract term is two years from city council approval, with an option to renew for one additional year. Proposals are due on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. and must be submitted electronically through the Michigan Inter-governmental Trade Network (MITN) website. The city reserves the right to award the contract to one or more contractors, either as a primary contractor responsible for all work or as multiple contractors with equal status.

Pricing for the contract will be structured on a time and materials basis, with contractors charging at-cost rates for general and specialized labor, equipment rentals, and materials, plus a percentage markup for profit and overhead. The city will be exempt from sales, excise, and transportation taxes, and contractors must provide proof of insurance and a performance bond. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation, contractors will be required to meet comprehensive insurance and professional standards. The city will not be responsible for contractor travel time, and invoices must be submitted within 30 days of work completion. Although a specific budget range was not explicitly stated, the pricing mechanism suggests flexibility in contract value based on the scope and complexity of individual cleaning and hoard removal projects. The procurement approach indicates a preference for comprehensive, professional service providers capable of handling sensitive and complex property restoration scenarios.