Mop, Mat and Towel Services / WPS

The City of Worcester issued a sealed‑bid solicitation (CR‑8653‑J6) for the provision of mop, mat, and towel consumables to Worcester Public Schools for a two‑year term, with an optional third year. The scope includes dry and wet mops of various sizes, microfiber cleaning towels, and assorted floor mats, supplied on a bi‑weekly (mops/towels) and monthly (mats) schedule, along with free X‑racks and laundry bags. Delivery must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., with detailed delivery slips and bi‑weekly invoicing. The contract requires standard commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation, and public liability insurance, but no performance or bid bonds. The award was made to Century Linen & Uniform LLC at a total price of $50,852.16, the lowest net bid after allowable prompt‑pay discounts. • Scope: Consumable janitorial supplies (dry/wet mops, towels, floor mats) for Worcester Public Schools. • Delivery: Bi‑weekly (mops/towels) and monthly (mats) with strict time‑window and documentation requirements. • Award: Single‑vendor award to Century Linen & Uniform LLC; total contract value ≈ $50.9 k. • Terms: 2‑year base term, optional 3rd year, unit‑price pricing, no bonds, insurance required.