Janitorial Services Real ID Paducah Office

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Division of Purchases is seeking a janitorial services contractor for the Real ID Office located in Paducah, Kentucky. The solicitation covers comprehensive cleaning services for a 2,865 square foot office building that serves approximately 12 employees and 50-100 daily visitors. The contract period will run from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, with potential extensions for four additional one-year periods. Bidders must complete a mandatory site visit before submitting proposals and must have a minimum of 24 months in business to qualify. The bid will be evaluated using a best value ranking method, with 95 points allocated to pricing and 5 points to months in business. Electronic bids are due by July 1, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, and services will be performed five days per week, Monday through Friday, primarily during business hours and completed by 4:45 PM. The contractor will be responsible for providing all cleaning supplies, equipment, and personnel, with the agency supplying basic consumables like toilet paper and hand soap.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in general liability coverage and mandatory Kentucky workers' compensation insurance. The contract includes detailed performance expectations, such as semi-annual and annual deep cleaning requirements including floor stripping, waxing, carpet extraction, and wall washing, with potential penalties for failing to complete tasks within agreed timeframes. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a standard annual janitorial services contract for a small government office. The contractor will need to demonstrate operational capability, maintain professional standards, and provide consistent cleaning services throughout the contract period. The potential for four one-year contract extensions indicates an opportunity for a long-term service relationship with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.