Cheshire Public Schools RFP #2526-2AB Contracted Cleaning Services
Cheshire School DistrictSchool · Cheshire, CT- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Emily Taylor
The 30-second brief
Cheshire Public Schools is seeking proposals for contracted cleaning services for its school district.
Standard Instructions to Proposers, Specifications (Statement of Work), Insurance Requirements, Proposal Form, Proposer's Legal Status Disclosure, Proposer's Certification Concerning Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action Policy, Proposer's Non Collusion Affidavit, Proposer's Statement of References, Addenda, If any, The Contract Sample in the form attached, Appendix A – School Locations and Pre-Proposal Walkthrough Agenda, Appendix B - Building Floor Plans, Appendix C - Statement of Work, Appendix D – Dispenser Counts and Information
Qualifications, experience, demonstrated performance, references, responsiveness, ability to meet the Schools' operational requirements, past performance with the Schools or other public entities, and compliance with the requirements of this Request for Proposal.
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Summary
Cheshire Public Schools is seeking proposals for contracted cleaning services for its school district.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Qualifications
- Experience
- Demonstrated performance
- References
- Responsiveness
- Ability to meet the Schools' operational requirements
- Past performance with the Schools or other public entities
- Compliance with the requirements of this Request for Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Standard Instructions to Proposers
- Specifications (Statement of Work)
- Insurance Requirements
- Proposal Form
- Proposer's Legal Status Disclosure
- Proposer's Certification Concerning Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action Policy
- Proposer's Non Collusion Affidavit
- Proposer's Statement of References
- Addenda
- If any
- The Contract Sample in the form attached
- Appendix A – School Locations and Pre-Proposal Walkthrough Agenda
- Appendix B - Building Floor Plans
- Appendix C - Statement of Work
- Appendix D – Dispenser Counts and Information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Appendix A – School Locations and Pre-Proposal Walkthrough Agenda
- Appendix B - Building Floor Plans
- Appendix C - Statement of Work
- Appendix D – Dispenser Counts and Information
REQUIRED STAFFING
General Cleaning Labor
- Submit to
- Cheshire Public Schools, Office of Management Services, Room 12, 29 Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Cheshire, Connecticut
- Reported agency
- Cheshire Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cheshire School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. 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: Cheshire Public Schools, Office of Management Services, Room 12, 29 Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. For questions, contact Emily Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cheshire School District in CT, 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 RFP 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 Emily Taylor. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: General Cleaning Labor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard Instructions to Proposers, Specifications (Statement of Work), Insurance Requirements, Proposal Form, Proposer's Legal Status Disclosure, Proposer's Certification Concerning Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action Policy, Proposer's Non Collusion Affidavit, Proposer's Statemen. 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: "Qualifications, experience, demonstrated performance, references, responsiveness, ability to meet the Schools' operational requirements, past performance with the Schools or other public entities, and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cheshire School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Cheshire School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Cheshire School District 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Appendix A – School Locations and Pre-Proposal Walkthrough Agenda, Appendix B - Building Floor Plans, Appendix C - Statement of Work, Appendix D – Dispenser Counts and Information. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Cheshire School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cheshire, Connecticut. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.