Description
The City of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish is soliciting sealed bids for an annual janitorial services contract covering the Department of Maintenance. The contract will be firm for one year with the possibility of one or two extensions, and the scope includes routine cleaning, floor care, waste removal, and related custodial duties across municipal facilities. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid/site‑visit on 2 Nov 2026, submit sealed bids by 11 am CST on 16 Nov 2026, and comply with extensive licensing, insurance, and small‑business participation requirements. The solicitation emphasizes net‑30 payment terms, a “no‑fax/email” submission rule, and a strong preference for minority, women, and small business subcontracting.
• Scope: Full‑service janitorial and custodial work for the Department of Maintenance facilities.
• Contract length: 1 year (renewable up to 3 years with extensions).
• Mandatory pre‑bid/site‑visit: 02 Nov 2026, 9:00 AM.
• Bid submission deadline: 16 Nov 2026, 11:00 AM CST (sealed bids only).
• Required certifications: Occupational license, insurance, W‑9, and SEDB good‑faith effort plan.
• Payment: Net 30, invoicing monthly in arrears.
• Small/minority/women‑owned business participation is encouraged and monitored.
• No electronic or fax bids accepted; all submissions must be hand‑delivered to the Purchasing Division.