Janitorial Services: Woodford Co. I-64 Rest Areas

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Purchases is seeking bids for a one-year contract, with four one-year renewal options, to provide janitorial services at the Interstate 64 rest area facilities in Woodford County, Kentucky. The contractor will be responsible for providing labor, equipment, materials, and supplies to perform custodial and grounds maintenance tasks, including cleaning, painting, litter pickup, landscaping, and snow/ice removal. The solicitation outlines detailed performance specifications, minimum staffing levels, uniform requirements, background check procedures, and inspection protocols. Bids must be submitted electronically by June 28, 2023, and pricing will be on a per-day basis, with the ability to provide additional temporary staffing at a rate per man-hour. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation includes provisions for qualified bidder status, which allows for contractors employing individuals with disabilities to receive preferential consideration. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reduce contract hours as a budget balancing measure. While the incumbent vendor is not specified, the anticipated annual value of the contract is not provided. The solicitation also includes attachments outlining the state's campaign finance disclosure requirements, instructions for submitting online responses, and an internal inspection report used to evaluate rest area maintenance performance.