Citywide Custodial Services for the City of Ocean City & the Ocean City Free Public Library

The City of Ocean City, New Jersey, together with the Ocean City Free Public Library, is soliciting competitive sealed‑bid proposals for comprehensive custodial (janitorial) services across a wide array of municipal buildings, recreation centers, public restrooms, and special event venues. The contract will cover routine cleaning, restroom maintenance, window and carpet cleaning, HVAC vent cleaning, and occasional special‑event clean‑ups for city‑sponsored parades and festivals. Bidders must submit electronic bid bonds (up to 10 % of the bid, not exceeding $20,000), performance bonds, insurance certificates, and a suite of compliance documents through the OpenGov procurement portal. The solicitation includes a non‑mandatory pre‑proposal meeting, a question‑submission deadline, and a firm bid deadline of October 8, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder who meets all statutory, insurance, and affirmative‑action requirements. • Scope: Janitorial cleaning for >40 distinct locations (city hall, library, recreation centers, restrooms, airport, etc.) and 7+ special‑event clean‑ups. • Contract term: Approximately 12 months (most line‑items quoted on a monthly basis). • Bid submission: Electronic only via OpenGov; bid bond required (10 % of total, max $20,000). • Mandatory certifications: Insurance (CGL $1 M, auto $1 M, umbrella $2 M), affirmative‑action, non‑collusion, ownership disclosure, NJ business registration. • Pre‑bid meeting: September 24, 2026 (optional). • Questions due: September 28, 2026. • Bid deadline: October 8, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.