RFQ 2140 - Hood Cleaning for ML, AC and CM Campus

Atlantic Cape Community College is requesting quotations for commercial kitchen exhaust hood inspection and cleaning services across its Mays Landing, Atlantic City, and Cape May County campuses, with quotes due October 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. (RFQ 2140). Questions are due October 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope covers 46 exhaust hoods and 247 filters across three campuses. Services include inspection and cleaning of exhaust hoods, plenums, accessible grease ductwork, exhaust fans, and associated filters in compliance with the current applicable edition of NFPA 96 and applicable codes. Cafeteria kitchen systems require semiannual service with the initial service anticipated for November or December 2026 and the second service approximately six months later. Classroom kitchen systems require annual service anticipated for May or June 2027. All quoted prices must include labor, supervision, equipment, cleaning materials, travel, and disposal costs.

Award will be made to the responsible vendor offering the lowest quotation most advantageous to the College; the College reserves the right to award by service group, campus, or in the aggregate. Quotes must remain valid for at least 60 days and must clearly identify all assumptions, exclusions, and additional charges. The College plans to complete evaluation by October 26, 2026, with award anticipated thereafter pending required approvals.

Vendors must satisfy New Jersey vendor registration, insurance, and compliance requirements, including stockholder disclosure certification under N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2, EEO affirmative action compliance documentation (Form AA302 with a $150 fee), disclosure of investment activities in Iran under N.J.S.A. 52:32-57, and certification of noninvolvement in prohibited activities in Russia and Belarus under N.J.S.A. 52:32-60.1. Pay-to-Play disclosure is required. Vendors must submit a completed W-9 form. Submissions must be made electronically through the Bonfire Portal. Site visits are encouraged; interested vendors should contact Jack Taggart at 609-343-5124 or jotaggar@atlanticcape.edu.