FY 24 Northern Lab Janitorial Services

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Justice Cabinet, Kentucky State Police Forensic Laboratory-Northern Branch, is seeking proposals for Janitorial Services to be provided at their facility located in Cold Spring, KY. The contract period is from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, with an option to extend for an additional one-year period. The selected vendor must provide comprehensive janitorial services, including cleaning floors, restrooms, furniture, windows, and trash removal, with specified frequencies. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM EST on June 15, 2023, and the award will be made to the vendor providing the best value, based on pricing (90 points) and years in business (10 points). Preferences may be given to Kentucky resident bidders, qualified nonprofit agencies, and the Department of Corrections' Division of Prison Industries. The vendor must be bonded, maintain general liability insurance, and provide background checks for employees. The agency will provide non-cleaning supplies, while the vendor must provide all cleaning supplies and equipment. Payment will be made within 30 days of the agency's approval of the vendor's invoice, and the total cost of services shall not exceed $20,000 per fiscal year.

The state of Kentucky has indicated that preferences may be given to certain types of organizations, including Kentucky resident bidders, qualified nonprofit agencies, and the Department of Corrections' Division of Prison Industries. There is no mention of an incumbent vendor or current contractor, and the procurement does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total budget for the services is capped at $20,000 per fiscal year.