Anne Arundel County Janitorial and High-Touch Area Cleaning Services IFB26000029 2025
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Sep 16, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2025
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew McCauley
- (410) 222-4567
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000029 for daily janitorial and high-touch area cleaning services at two locations: Harmony House (a 1,900 sq. ft. foster care home) in Pasadena, MD, and the childcare area within Suite B at 80 West Street (The Family Support Center) in Annapolis, MD. The scope includes daily cleaning and disinfection of surfaces, kitchens, bathrooms, and play areas, plus bi-monthly steam cleaning of carpets and quarterly floor stripping and waxing. Bidders must have at least three years of experience providing similar services. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 2, 2025, via Zoom. Bids are due by September 16, 2025, at 1:30 PM EDT through the County's P.O.R.T. procurement system. The contract term is intended for ten years starting on or about October 1, 2025.
Affidavit, Vendor Information Form, Past Performance List, Safety Data Sheets, Certificates of Insurance
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000029 for daily janitorial and high-touch area cleaning services at two locations: Harmony House (a 1,900 sq. ft. foster care home) in Pasadena, MD, and the childcare area within Suite B at 80 West Street (The Family Support Center) in Annapolis, MD. The scope includes daily cleaning and disinfection of surfaces, kitchens, bathrooms, and play areas, plus bi-monthly steam cleaning of carpets and quarterly floor stripping and waxing.
Bidders must have at least three years of experience providing similar services. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 2, 2025, via Zoom. Bids are due by September 16, 2025, at 1:30 PM EDT through the County's P.O.R.T. procurement system. The contract term is intended for ten years starting on or about October 1, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Affidavit
- Vendor Information Form
- Past Performance List
- Safety Data Sheets
- Certificates of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Vendor Information Form
- Affidavit Form
- Attachment A
- Appendix A- Background
- Addendum 1
- Submit to
- Anne Arundel County P.O.R.T. System
- Scope location
- Pasadena, MD; Annapolis, MD
- Projected sq ft
- 3,900 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Anne Arundel County P.O.R.T. System. For questions, contact Andrew McCauley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Andrew McCauley at (410) 222-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Affidavit, Vendor Information Form, Past Performance List, Safety Data Sheets, Certificates of Insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Vendor Information Form, Affidavit Form, Attachment A, Appendix A- Background, Addendum 1. Review the full document from Anne Arundel County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pasadena, MD; Annapolis, MD. The total projected area is 3900 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.