Janitorial Services -– Great Bend KDLEX Office

The Kansas Department of Revenue is seeking competitive bids for janitorial services at the Great Bend Driver's License Examination Office, located at 3520 Lakin Avenue in Great Bend, Kansas. The procurement involves cleaning services for approximately 1,125 square feet of office space, to be performed twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays. Bidders must have a minimum of five years of commercial cleaning experience and be Kansas-based, with the ability to provide at least two references from Kansas businesses. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for December 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM CST, with proposal submissions due on January 22, 2025, by 2:00 PM CST. The contract will run from the date of award through December 31, 2029, with bidders required to provide monthly and annual pricing, as well as per-occurrence pricing for floor stripping/waxing and carpet cleaning services. Contractors must maintain comprehensive liability insurance of $50,000 per person/$100,000 per occurrence and carry a $5,000 fidelity/indemnity bond.

The procurement offers preferences for Kansas-based businesses and includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Owned Business program participation. Bidders must maintain a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue and obtain an official invitation at least 24 hours before the bid event closing time. The state will consider various factors in evaluation, including compliance with security clearance requirements outlined in KDOR policies, which involve background checks, fingerprinting, and verification of employment eligibility. Potential bidders should be aware of strict security protocols, including requirements for federal tax information (FTI) access and comprehensive background investigations. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the five-year contract term suggests a substantial opportunity for the selected vendor. Payments will be processed through the State of Kansas Procurement Card (P-Card) system, and the contract includes provisions for thorough vetting of potential service providers.