Janitorial Services at the Marshalltown Child Support Services (CSS) Office

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a vendor to provide weekly janitorial services at the Marshalltown Child Support Services office, 101 Iowa Ave. W, Suite 400, Marshalltown, IA 50158, with proposals due June 12, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Central Time.

The scope covers comprehensive cleaning of a 3,200 square-foot office performed weekly during non-office hours (after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays or weekends), including waste removal, restroom cleaning and disinfection, floor care, glass and mirror cleaning, and carpet vacuuming. The contractor bears all costs for cleaning supplies and equipment. Bidders must provide three client references and proof of insurance with minimum limits of $500,000 each for general liability, automobile liability, excess liability/umbrella, workers compensation, and property damage.

The initial contract term is one year beginning August 1, 2026, with the Agency holding sole option to renew for up to five additional one-year terms. The contract is contingent upon federal funding; 66 percent of costs are provided through the Child Support Enforcement program (ALN 93.563) from the Department of Health and Human Services/Administration for Children and Families.

Evaluation criteria include cost, past performance on identical or similar work, relevant experience and references, and capacity to complete responsibilities, with lowest price not necessarily receiving preference. Invoices are submitted monthly with verification of performance prior to payment in arrears. The contractor must comply with Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075 requirements and confidential information safeguarding provisions, including reporting protocols for unauthorized access or disclosure.

Facility tours are available by contacting Shawn Orte at shawn.orte@hhs.iowa.gov or 641-753-2546 prior to the deadline. Proposals must be submitted via email to tim.wiltfang@hhs.iowa.gov or by mail to 420 Watson Powell Jr Way, Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50309 using Attachments B and C. Award announcement is anticipated on or around July 6, 2026, with contract execution on or around August 1, 2026.