South Florida Custodial Services

The Florida Department of Commerce is seeking competitive bids for commercial custodial services for two facilities located in Broward County: the Hollywood Building at 7550 Davie Road and the Fort Lauderdale complex at 2550 W. Oakland Park Blvd. The procurement involves comprehensive cleaning services for approximately 107,985 square feet across both locations, with specific requirements for daily and nightly janitorial work, floor maintenance, and periodic deep cleaning. Bidders must provide detailed pricing for monthly custodial services, biannual floor stripping and waxing, carpet steam cleaning, and floor and grout cleaning. Key evaluation criteria include past performance, references, and compliance with mandatory requirements. Critical dates include a mandatory pre-bid site visit on May 21, 2025, for the Hollywood location and May 22, 2025, for the Fort Lauderdale complex, with bids due on June 10, 2025, at 2:30 PM. The contract period is anticipated to be 36 months, from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028, with potential renewals for up to 3 additional years.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide proof of a drug-free workplace and submit various certifications, including compliance with state purchasing regulations. The contract template includes mandatory provisions for background screening, confidentiality, and performance monitoring. Contractors must be registered in the E-Verify system and comply with multiple federal and state regulatory requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract template includes a liability limitation of the greater of $100,000 or the total contract amount. Electronic funds transfer will be used for payments, and funding is contingent upon annual legislative appropriation and availability of federal funds. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the Department of Commerce retaining final authority on fund availability and contract renewal.