Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority Janitorial Services IFB 25-0117 2026 - Lowell C. Spires Regional Transit Facility and COMET Central
Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)Public Authority · Columbia, SC- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Margaret Woodson
- (803) 255-7137
The 30-second brief
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (CMRTA) is soliciting professional janitorial services for its facilities located in Columbia, South Carolina, including the Lowell C. Spires Operations & Maintenance Facility and COMET Central transit center. The scope includes comprehensive daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual cleaning and maintenance, green cleaning practices, waste reduction, window cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor maintenance and stripping, and trash removal. The contract has an estimated initial term of one year with four one-year renewal options, resulting in a maximum contract term of five years. Proposals are due by April 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, following a pre-bid conference and site visit on March 23, 2026. Bidders must be licensed, bonded, and insured, provide OSHA Hazard Communication training proof, and submit pricing on the provided bidding schedule.
Total Potential Value of Contract, Experience with similar size facilities, Contractor's Policies and Staffing Plan, References
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Summary
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (CMRTA) is soliciting professional janitorial services for its facilities located in Columbia, South Carolina, including the Lowell C. Spires Operations & Maintenance Facility and COMET Central transit center.
The scope includes comprehensive daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual cleaning and maintenance, green cleaning practices, waste reduction, window cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor maintenance and stripping, and trash removal. The contract has an estimated initial term of one year with four one-year renewal options, resulting in a maximum contract term of five years. Proposals are due by April 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, following a pre-bid conference and site visit on March 23, 2026. Bidders must be licensed, bonded, and insured, provide OSHA Hazard Communication training proof, and submit pricing on the provided bidding schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Total Potential Value of Contract
- Experience with similar size facilities
- Contractor's Policies and Staffing Plan
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Signed Cover Page
- Page Two
- Bidding Schedule/Price Proposal
- Contractor's Policies and Staffing Plan
- Signed Federal Forms
- Certificate of Insurance
- List of Contracts of Similar Size
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
- Projected sq ft
- 51,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Margaret Woodson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) in SC, 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 Bid 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 Margaret Woodson at (803) 255-7137. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Total Potential Value of Contract, Experience with similar size facilities, Contractor's Policies and Staffing Plan, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Signed Cover Page, Page Two, Bidding Schedule/Price Proposal, Contractor's Policies and Staffing Plan, Signed Federal Forms, Certificate of Insurance, List of Contracts of Similar Size, References. Review the full document from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, SC. The total projected area is 51000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.