Awarded vendors
- Kept Companies, Inc.
Description
The College of New Jersey issued a solicitation (AB260020) for routine and emergency cleaning of all kitchen‑hood exhaust systems across multiple campus dining locations. The contract awards a vendor to perform interior/exterior hood cleaning, filter replacement, airflow testing, waste‑water disposal, and provide electronic inspection reports in compliance with NFPA 96, OSHA, and state codes. The award went to Kept Companies, Inc. for a total price of $301,474.08. The base period runs from approximately July 2026 through June 30 2027, with two one‑year renewal options. The solicitation required extensive documentation, insurance, prevailing‑wage compliance, and small‑business participation goals.
• Scope: cleaning of hoods, ducts, fans, filters; airflow verification; emergency 24‑hr service; electronic reporting.
• Requirements: ISO‑9001 preferred, PPE‑trained staff, compliance with NFPA 96, OSHA, IKECA; 24‑hr emergency response; portal access for TCNJ staff.
• Contract terms: 12‑month base, optional two 1‑year extensions, $301,474.08 award, firm‑fixed‑price pricing, full‑open competition.