Janitorial Services at Various Locations

The City of Champaign, Illinois, Department of Public Works, is soliciting competitive sealed bids for janitorial services at five City facilities, with a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on October 30, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and bids due November 4, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Local vendor preference may be applied under Section 12.5-34 of the Champaign Municipal Code, and bidders must demonstrate achievement of the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program goals of 20% minority employee participation and 15% female employee participation, or make documented good faith efforts toward them.

Scope covers routine cleaning, sanitizing, floor care, waste and recycling collection, and periodic cleaning at the Champaign City Building (205 W Park Ave.), Public Works, Parking Services, and Main Fire Station. Bidders must comply with the City's Equal Opportunity in Purchasing Ordinance and the Illinois Human Rights Act, and submit either a Certificate of Approval or an Affirmative Action Form with an approved Affirmative Action Plan. Certificates of insurance are due within 14 days of the Notice of Award and before contract execution.

The initial term runs January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with three one-year renewal options at the City's discretion. The City intends to award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder within 120 calendar days after bid opening, and reserves the right to award based on criteria beyond lowest price. Bid prices must be net, including transportation, handling, labor, materials, and utility costs, with applicable taxes included. The City is exempt from Illinois sales tax and federal excise taxes. No bid security is required.

Questions are due November 1, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The City may reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and extend time limits. Submitted materials become City property and are subject to disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. Project manager Mike Anderson is the point of contact at mike.anderson@champaignil.gov.