Janitorial Supplies for Fire Rescue

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed electronic bids for a term contract to provide janitorial supplies for Fire Rescue through Solicitation #Y23-136-AV. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of janitorial and cleaning supplies, including multi-fold towels, roll towels, toilet tissue, liquid hand soap, bleach, degreasers, cleaners, disinfectants, brushes, mops, dispensers, and related equipment. Bids are due electronically by 4:00 PM local time on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, through the OpenGov Procurement portal. The contract will have an initial three-year term with potential for two additional one-year renewals. This is a requirements contract with estimated annual usage quantities, though Orange County is not obligated to purchase minimum amounts. Pricing will be firm for the initial contract period, with potential price adjustments based on the Producer Price Index (PPI) at one-year intervals, not to exceed 4% without special authorization.

The solicitation includes several important requirements for bidders, with specific considerations for minority-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Bidders must provide drug-free workplace certification and comply with E-Verification for employees. The county holds tax exemption certificates and will issue delivery orders on an as-needed basis. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract appears designed to support ongoing janitorial supply needs for Orange County Fire Rescue. Potential vendors should note the local preference considerations and the requirement to submit all documentation electronically through the OpenGov Procurement platform. Bidders must also disclose any potential conflicts of interest and demonstrate compliance with various local and state procurement regulations. The contract structure suggests flexibility in supply ordering, with the county maintaining the ability to adjust procurement as needed while securing competitive pricing for essential janitorial supplies.