Pressure Washing and Window Cleaning

Dorchester County, South Carolina is issuing Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 2025-38 for pressure washing and window cleaning services at nine county facilities, including the KFW Building, Human Services Building, St. George Courthouse, Office Annex, Summerville Airport, Alcohol & Drug facility, Emergency Operations Center, and Water & Sewer Headquarters, totaling approximately 196,680 to 244,680 square feet. The procurement seeks qualified and experienced contractors to perform comprehensive pressure washing of both horizontal and vertical surfaces such as walls, doors, soffits, fascia, trim, and window frames, along with exterior window cleaning to achieve streak-free finishes using soft-wash techniques. Contractors must provide all necessary cleaning supplies, equipment, materials, and MSDS sheets for pre-approved cleaning agents and chemicals, with work to be completed within 30 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. Required qualifications include proof of general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000, automobile liability insurance of $1,000,000, workers' compensation coverage, bid security of at least 5% for bids exceeding $25,000, and performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the total contract value. The last day for submitting questions is May 20, 2025, with the bid opening scheduled for May 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST; contractors are strongly encouraged to conduct site visits prior to bid submission. The county will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the option to make multiple awards based on contractor capacity, and reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities.

The solicitation documents do not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor information. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are identified in the procurement documents. Contractors must comply with local regulations, obtain necessary licenses and permits, maintain a drug-free workplace, and adhere to non-discrimination requirements. Payment terms are net 30 days after approved invoices, and contractors must coordinate with the County Facilities Director for scheduling and access while protecting adjacent landscaping and fixtures. The specific award value or budget range for this procurement has not been disclosed in the available documentation; however, the minimum bid security requirement of 5% applies to bids exceeding $25,000, suggesting the total contract value may be substantial.