Lakeview Public Schools Contracted Custodial Services

Lakeview Public Schools in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, is seeking a contracted custodial services provider for seven facilities, including six Kindergarten-12th grade schools and an administrative/early childhood building. The Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to secure a comprehensive cleaning and minor maintenance contractor to service approximately 495,301 square feet of educational spaces, including specialized areas like auditoriums, gymnasiums, athletic complexes, and a swimming pool. Interested contractors must demonstrate at least five years of cleaning experience, the capability to clean a minimum of 500,000 square feet daily, and compliance with federal and state safety regulations, including MIOSHA standards. The contract will commence on July 1, 2025, with an initial term of up to three years and potential mutual extension. Proposals are due on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. local time, with optional site visits available by contacting the district's Executive Director of Athletics & Operations prior to bid submission. The district requires the contractor to provide full-time employees with a minimum starting wage of $16.50 per hour and maintain current staffing levels consistent with existing work schedules.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The document allows for potential pricing on additional services, including cleaning chemicals, equipment, and optional staffing scenarios such as an athletic area custodian and performance bond options. While no incumbent vendor is directly mentioned, the bid form includes detailed provisions for employee compensation, requesting bidders outline hourly pay rates, insurance offerings, and additional benefits like 401(K) plans, attendance bonuses, and paid leave options. The district reserves the right to award the contract to a single bidder for all schools, split the award by school, or reject any and all bids. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive bid form suggests the district is seeking a cost-effective solution for maintaining its school facilities, with potential contract values likely encompassing labor, supplies, and additional services across seven distinct buildings totaling nearly 500,000 square feet.