The Town of Goose Creek, South Carolina is requesting sealed bids for janitorial services for municipal facilities, with bids due November 12, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site inspection are required; the specific date and time are not stated in the source.
The scope covers comprehensive janitorial and cleaning services for Town facilities with specified frequency, cleaning standards, equipment requirements, and performance expectations. Bidders must review the floor plan provided in the bid package to assess square footage, room configurations, and accessibility. A Business Associate Agreement governing Protected Health Information (PHI) and Electronic Protected Health Information (EPHI) under HIPAA and HITECH applies — the contractor must implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards; limit PHI access to minimum necessary; report unauthorized use or suspected breaches to the South Carolina Department of Public Health's Privacy Officer within one business day; provide written breach notification within five calendar days of discovery; maintain disclosure records for at least six years; ensure subcontractor compliance with identical restrictions; and indemnify the Department for breach claims.
The contract term is one year from the effective date, with options for renewal based on performance and mutual agreement. Pricing shall be submitted on the provided bid form with costs broken down by service category or frequency as specified in the solicitation. All bidders must meet minimum qualifications and insurance requirements detailed in the solicitation documents. Award will be made to the responsive bidder offering best value to the municipality. Funding is sourced from the Town of Goose Creek's operating budget. Amendment One modifies the original solicitation terms; the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the source material provided.