MA1262H ESSER - Janitorial Cleaning Supplies

Onslow County Schools is conducting a formal bid (RFB MA1262H) for janitorial cleaning supplies to be procured using Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds. The procurement seeks vendors to supply various cleaning products on an as-needed basis for the school district, with specific line items including H202 Orange Multi-Purpose Cleaner, WePak Non-Acid Bathroom Disinfectant, and Clearly Green Foam Soap. The original solicitation was due September 16, 2022, but Addendum 1 extended the deadline to September 23, 2022, at 2:00 PM. Vendors must provide one executed copy of the addendum and are required to deliver products within 30 days after order receipt. The contract will cover the district's normal requirements from the award date through September 30, 2023. Bidders must submit complete descriptive literature, list lead times from purchase order receipt, and include freight charges in unit pricing. The procurement requires vendors to comply with federal and state regulations, including E-Verify, Iran Divestment Act certification, and non-discrimination requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Onslow County Schools reserves multiple procurement rights, including adjusting quantities, awarding split orders, and terminating the contract for convenience. While no specific budget range is outlined, the procurement indicates an as-needed purchasing model for cleaning supplies. The bid emphasizes that all materials must be new and current, suggesting potential ongoing requirements beyond the initial contract period. Vendors must be prepared to meet comprehensive compliance standards and provide responsive, timely delivery of cleaning products. The contract specialist for this procurement is Heather Grissett, who can be contacted at 910-455-2211 ext. 71433 for any additional inquiries. The solicitation suggests this is a competitively bid contract with potential for multiple vendor participation, focused on meeting the school district's cleaning supply requirements through ESSER funding.