The South Carolina Department of Education is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide janitorial services for its headquarters located at 849 Learning Lane, West Columbia, SC 29172. The contract period is estimated to be five years, with an initial one-year term and four optional one-year renewal terms. The contractor will be required to provide daily porter services during business hours and routine cleaning services after hours. The contractor must also comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules, including OSHA standards and guidelines. • The contractor must provide a minimum of two employees, including a supervisor, for daily porter services during business hours. • The contractor must perform routine cleaning services after business hours, from 5 PM to 9 PM, with adequate staffing and supervision. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules, including OSHA standards and guidelines. • The contractor must provide proof of compliance with OSHA regulations, including the provision of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all products used. • The contractor must use caution signs as required by OSHA Regulation 1910.144 and 1910.145 at no cost to the state.