Scdmh williamsburg janitorial services

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive janitorial services for the Williamsburg Clinic located at 501 Nelson Boulevard in Kingstree, South Carolina. The solicitation covers janitorial services for a 5,896 square foot facility with wood laminate flooring and 18 windows, requiring daily cleaning services Monday through Friday after 5:00 PM. Specific service requirements include restroom cleaning, facility maintenance, sanitation, and general upkeep, with the contractor responsible for providing all necessary chemicals, equipment, and supplies. The procurement follows an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with a site visit scheduled for November 30, 2021, at 10:30 AM and a deadline for submitting questions on December 1, 2021, at 12:00 PM. Proposal submissions are due by December 14, 2021, at 3:00 PM, with the award expected to be posted on December 16, 2021. The initial contract term will be one year (December 31, 2021 through December 30, 2022) with four potential one-year renewal options, creating a maximum potential contract period of five years. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with contractors required to demonstrate a successful history of providing janitorial services to similar facilities.

Vendors may be eligible for South Carolina resident contractor preferences ranging from 2% to 4% if they meet specific state requirements. The solicitation includes insurance requirements, mandating Commercial General Liability of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, Auto Liability of at least $1,000,000 per accident, and Workers' Compensation with statutory limits. Contractors must have employees with at least three years of experience in janitorial services and will be required to submit employee names and background information for state approval prior to assignment. The procurement is open to qualified vendors who can meet the comprehensive service requirements, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises explicitly mentioned. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the solicitation indicates this is a new contract. Contractors will be expected to provide unit pricing for the entire 60-month contract period, with the procurement managed by Thomas DeLoach Jr., the designated Procurement Officer, who can be contacted at 803-898-8483 or thomas.deloach@scdmh.org. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract will be awarded based on comprehensive service capabilities and competitive pricing.