JPMC Janitorial Supplies

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a 4-year Joint Purchase Master Contract (JPMC) for janitorial supplies. The contract will enable CMS, governmental units, and qualified non-profit agencies to purchase a wide range of janitorial products and services, including cleaning equipment and supplies, sanitizing and disinfecting products, floor care items, and personal protective equipment, on an as-needed basis. The solicitation has a September 3, 2024 bid due date, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. A pre-bid conference was held on August 21, 2024, to cover the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veteran Small Business Participation (VSBP) requirements, if applicable, and provide an opportunity for potential bidders to ask questions. The state has provided a Certified Directory of eligible vendors capable of fulfilling this contract.

The solicitation has a 4% BEP goal, requiring the use of certified minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses, but does not have a VSBP goal. Vendors will be required to submit a BEP Utilization Plan, including Subcontractor Participation Agreements and documentation of good faith efforts if goals cannot be fully met. The state has not listed any incumbent vendors or a budget range, but the procurement process and contract term suggest a substantial value. The successful vendor will be required to provide Safety Data Sheets for each product and bill each participating entity separately for their portion of the supplies.