Janitorial Services, NC Research Campus - Kannapolis, NC (REBID)

NC State University is seeking proposals for janitorial services at the NC Research Campus in Kannapolis, North Carolina, specifically for the Plants for Human Health Building. The procurement is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a comprehensive janitorial services contract covering a 100,000 square foot facility with laboratory, office, and exercise spaces. Contractors must demonstrate at least three years of experience providing janitorial services for multiple building sites totaling a minimum of 225,000 square feet. The evaluation criteria will be weighted as 15% for apparent ability, 20% for qualifications/experience, and 65% for cost proposal. Key dates include a mandatory pre-proposal conference on September 4, 2025, with electronic proposal submissions due by 2:00 pm on September 26, 2025, through the Bonfire platform. The initial contract will be effective from the award date for one year, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods, potentially creating a total contract period of five years. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2025.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The university will provide certain materials including paper towels, toilet paper, can liners, hand soap, and access to existing equipment, while the contractor is responsible for on-site supervision, cleaning equipment, and employee background checks. The scope of work includes detailed cleaning tasks for various areas such as entrances, lobbies, corridors, offices, restrooms, and laboratories, with specific cleaning frequencies outlined. While a precise budget range is not specified in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the contract and the facility's size suggest a significant annual investment in janitorial services. The contract appears to be open to qualified commercial janitorial service providers with demonstrated experience in managing large, complex facilities with diverse cleaning requirements, including sensitive research environments.