Janitorial Services

Background
The State of Arkansas, through the Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP), is issuing this Invitation for Bid (IFB) to obtain pricing and a contract for janitorial services for the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE).
The goal is to ensure cleanliness and maintenance at designated state buildings in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Work Details
The contractor will provide janitorial services at two locations: Luther Hardin Building (#3 Capitol Mall) and Arch Ford Building (#4 Capitol Mall).
The total estimated combined cleanable square footage for both locations is approximately 78,736 square feet.
Specific services include:
- Daily cleaning of entrance glass
- Vacuuming carpets
- Cleaning restrooms multiple times
- Emptying waste receptacles
- Maintaining break rooms
- Disinfecting frequently touched surfaces.

After-hours services will include vacuuming office spaces, cleaning restrooms, and ensuring all areas are free from debris.
Monthly services will involve deep cleaning tasks such as machine buffing floors and shampooing carpets semi-annually.
The contractor must provide all necessary manpower, equipment, and supplies except for specific items provided by ADE (e.g., paper towels, trash can liners).

Period of Performance
The anticipated start date for the contract is January 1, 2025.
The initial term is one year with the possibility of renewal for up to six additional one-year terms, not exceeding a total of seven consecutive years.

Place of Performance
Janitorial services will be performed at two locations in Little Rock, Arkansas: #3 Capitol Mall (Luther Hardin Building) and #4 Capitol Mall (Arch Ford Building).