RFQ 902758 Parking Garage Cleaning Services

Alameda County General Services Agency is requesting quotations for parking garage cleaning services across four county-owned facilities under RFQ 902758, with bids due August 31, 2026 and a bidders conference scheduled for August 6. A 5% bid preference applies to Small Local Emerging Businesses (SLEBs) certified by the County or to bidders located within Alameda County; non-SLEB bidders must subcontract with a SLEB for at least 20% of the total estimated bid amount to be eligible for award.

Services cover the Dublin Transit Center (38,829 sq ft), Alco Park Garage (406,528 sq ft), Oakland Parking Facility (174,068 sq ft), and Amador Garage (181,405 sq ft) and include weekly sweeping with a minimum 95% inspection pass rate, monthly pressure washing, petroleum-based stain treatment, trash and debris removal, and emergency spill response. All work must occur during weekend hours (Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) unless prior written authorization is obtained. Bidders must be regularly engaged in parking garage cleaning services for at least three years and must possess all necessary permits and licenses. Equipment requirements include diesel hot-water pressure washers (minimum 3,500 PSI), sweeper trucks, and steam cleaning equipment; all cleaning products must be EPA-approved and biodegradable. Contractor liability insurance must include $1,000,000 commercial general liability and workers' compensation at statutory limits.

The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two years, commencing December 1, 2026. Pricing must be fixed and firm for the initial contract term, with all costs including freight, taxes (excluding sales and use taxes), travel, and equipment maintenance incorporated into the bid. The County prioritizes environmentally preferable products meeting or exceeding performance standards of traditional products at equal or lower cost, consistent with Alameda County's Sustainability Program. Written questions are due August 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Questions & Answers and potential Addenda will be released August 21, 2026. Board consideration is scheduled for November 17, 2026.