Janitorial Services for the Robert F. Sweeney District Court

The Maryland Department of General Services, Office of Facilities Management, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for janitorial services at the Robert F. Sweeney District Court/Multi-Service Center located in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County. The RFI seeks to conduct market research and identify capable parties interested in providing comprehensive janitorial services for a 93,400 square foot, 4-story facility. The anticipated services include daily, weekly, monthly, and semi-annual cleaning tasks across the entire facility. Responses are due by July 2, 2024, and must be submitted online. The Department intends to subsequently solicit and award a firm-fixed price contract with an anticipated three-year term, potentially including renewal options. The future procurement will require pricing for a base bid and three add alternates, with the new contract expected to commence in the first quarter of 2025. Importantly, this is a market research initiative, and respondents are explicitly instructed not to provide quotes or bids in response to the RFI.

The Department of General Services has strategically designed this procurement to increase socioeconomic inclusion, with plans to potentially break up contract requirements to enhance opportunities for Small Business Preference, Minority Business Enterprise, and Veteran Small Business Enterprise participation at both prime and subcontractor levels. The current janitorial services contract was awarded to Diversified Services Group, which held a three-year contract with two one-year renewal options, all of which have been exercised. The total contract price for the Sweeney District Court during this period was $238,443.72. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided documents, the RFI suggests a focus on vendor capabilities, socioeconomic diversity, and the ability to provide comprehensive janitorial services. The procurement approach indicates a commitment to fostering competitive bidding while supporting diverse business participation. Vendors interested in this opportunity are encouraged to carefully review the RFI documents and prepare for potential future solicitation.