Kitchen Hood & Exhaust Cleaning

The Charleston County School District (CCSD) is soliciting competitive bids for a district‑wide kitchen hood and exhaust cleaning contract. The awardee will provide twice‑annual cleaning of all kitchen exhaust hoods, fans, motors, ductwork, roof‑penetration caps, and metal filters at every CCSD school. Work must be self‑performed (no subcontracting), comply with NFPA 96 standards, and be completed when kitchens are not in use, leaving equipment ready for meal service the next day. The contractor must submit a flat‑rate price covering labor, materials, PPE, transportation, and all incidentals (sales tax excluded). The contract’s initial term is one year, with automatic one‑year renewals up to a total of five years, provided performance is satisfactory. Bids are due September 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM via the CCSD procurement portal or by mail. • Scope: Complete cleaning of hood, fan, motor, ductwork, roof caps, and metal filters at 92 school locations (twice per year). • Frequency: Two service periods – September‑December and January‑May. • Requirements: NFPA 96 compliance, valid hood‑cleaning certification, office within 75 mi of Charleston County, background check, no subcontracting. • Pricing: Fixed‑price, all‑inclusive (except state sales tax). • Contract term: 1 year, renewable annually up to 5 years. • Award: Posted on procurement portal; award date not specified. • Contact: Josh Gadsden, Procurement Official (email & phone provided).