Janitorial

The Metro Regional Transit Authority (METRO) in Akron, Ohio is requesting proposals for janitorial services across five facilities with proposals due December 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM through the METRO OpenGov portal. The contract is funded in part with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) assistance, triggering Buy America compliance and DBE participation goals where applicable — a decision-flipping eligibility constraint.

The scope encompasses high-quality janitorial services meeting industry standards and best practices at the Administrative office building (416 Kenmore Boulevard), Romig Transit Center (2340 Romig Road), Independence Transit Center (1080 Independence), RKP Transit Center (631 Broadway), and Maintenance and Operations Building (348 Kenmore Boulevard), all located in Summit County and Akron. The contract term is one year with four optional one-year renewals, for a potential total of five years.

The awardee must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 combined single limits and statutory workers' compensation coverage, provide certificates of insurance prior to work commencement, and comply with all federal labor standards including overtime requirements. Contractors must submit a completed Buy America certification with the bid and comply with debarment and suspension regulations under 49 CFR Part 29. Civil rights and non-discrimination regulations and FTA record retention and audit requirements apply.

Award will be made to the lowest and best overall bid meeting minimum requirements; METRO reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. No bid bond is required and no down payments or prepayments will be made. Questions are due November 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM, with responses due November 24, 2026. No public proposal opening will be held.