Description
The Forsyth County Public Library (FCPL) is seeking competitive bids for comprehensive janitorial services at five branch libraries and its administrative offices for a one‑year term, with the possibility of two additional one‑year renewals. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid meeting at each site on October 1, 2026, and submit sealed bids by 2:00 PM EST on October 22, 2026. The contract requires the supplier to provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and insurance, and to adhere to strict security, safety, and performance standards, including regular inspections and reporting. The award will be made after bid opening, and the contract value will be an all‑inclusive annual quote.
• Scope: Full‑service janitorial cleaning (daily, nightly, weekly, quarterly) for six locations totaling ~150,600 sf.
• Mandatory pre‑bid attendance at each site on Oct 1, 2026.
• Bid submission deadline: Oct 22, 2026, 2:00 PM EST (sealed, triplicate).
• Contract length: 12 months, with up to two optional one‑year renewals.
• Required insurance: Workers’ comp, $1 M general liability, $1 M auto liability, $1 M umbrella, additional insured.
• Performance requirements: 60‑day bid validity, security key/pass‑code handling, $50 penalty per alarm trigger after first month.
• Payment terms: Net 30 after invoice acceptance; no taxes to be included.
• Evaluation: Lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications.