Opportunity
Whittier Granicus #RFP
City of Whittier Solicits Janitorial Services for 16 Municipal Facilities
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
RFP
NAICS
561720
The City of Whittier Public Works Department is seeking proposals for comprehensive janitorial and custodial services across sixteen city-owned facilities. - Government Buyer: - City of Whittier, Public Works Department - Scope of Services: - Full janitorial and custodial cleaning for 16 city buildings, including City Yard, City Hall, Police Department, and Community Center - Restroom cleaning (9,165 sq ft total) - Jail detail cleaning - Exterior window cleaning (over 260 windows) - Event support and spill cleanup - Two day porters required: - One dedicated to the Police Department (Monday–Sunday) - One roving porter for other facilities (Monday–Friday) - Vendor Requirements: - At least five references, including one from a Southern California municipality - All employees must pass LiveScan background checks - Rehiring of the current roving day porter is required - Use of city-provided equipment for certain tasks - Materials and Supplies: - City provides consumables (toilet paper, paper towels, soap) - Contractor provides cleaning agents and trash can liners - Pricing and Contract Details: - Fixed pricing for the first three years - Potential for price escalation in years four and five - Bonds required - No prevailing wage or city living wage requirements - Incumbent Vendor: - Ultimate Maintenance Services (current contract value: $354,516 annually) - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named, as this is a service-focused contract
Description
The City of Whittier is seeking qualified vendors to provide custodial and related services for various City-owned buildings at locations throughout the City. There are a total of sixteen (16) facilities included in the service scope. The service covers the entire building unless specific areas are excluded in the proposal. Vendors must submit proposals by mail or hand delivery by July 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The contract includes fixed pricing for the initial three years with potential discussions for price escalations thereafter.