Janitorial Services for FD 7

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Forestry, is seeking janitorial services for the Bald Eagle State Forest District Office located at 11865 Old Turnpike Road, Millmont, PA. The procurement involves comprehensive cleaning services for a 10,240 square foot district office, with specific requirements including twice-weekly restroom cleaning, floor vacuuming and mopping, glass and surface cleaning, and supply replenishment. Key deliverables encompass regular cleaning tasks performed on a weekly, semi-annual, and general maintenance basis. The solicitation (Bid Number 6100044016) was posted on October 27, 2017, with proposals due on November 9, 2017, at 10:00 am. Bidders must submit electronically through the PA Supplier Portal, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The proposed contract period runs from December 1, 2017, or contract execution date, through June 30, 2020, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to adjust contract quantities as needed.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide proof of required insurance coverage and understand that the Commonwealth reserves the right to conduct background checks on the contractor, employees, and subcontractors. While no specific incumbent vendor is identified, successful bidders must submit monthly invoices detailing actual services performed, including purchase order number, project number, and the contractor's SAP Vendor Number. The contract will be evaluated based on the total bid amount, with the Commonwealth exempt from certain taxes. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the scope involves comprehensive cleaning services for a state forest district office, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on maintaining a government facility's cleanliness and hygiene standards.