City of Asheville FY27 Downtown Cleaning Contract - 298-FY27-PW-BID-DTCC
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Darlene Barnwell
- (828) 337-4676
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville Public Works Department is seeking bids for general services for downtown cleaning, pressure washing, and hot spot cleaning under solicitation number 298-FY27-PW-BID-DTCC. The scope of work encompasses general cleanup services, pressure washing of sidewalks and associated City-owned assets across Zone A and Zone B (including approximately 60,366 linear feet in Zone A and 33,078 linear feet in Zone B), weed control, cleaning of waste receptacles (trash and recycling), cleaning of Cherry St. parking lot and Lexington St. bridge underpass, and pressure washing at Pritchard Park and Pack Square. Bids are due by Monday, October 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and must be submitted via email to [email protected]. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST, with in-person and virtual options available. Questions are due by October 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. The initial contract term is one year with four one-year optional renewals.
1. General Cleanup Services, 2. Pressure Washing - Zone A, 3. Weed Control - Zone A, 4. Pressure Washing - Zone B, 5. Weed Control - Zone B, 6. Clean City Waste Receptacles (Trash and Recycling), 7. Clean Cherry St. Parking Lot and Lexington St. Bridge Underpass, 8. Parks and Recreation - Pritchard Park and Pack Square Pressure Washing, Optional Bid: Litter Pickup of "Hot Spot" Areas
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
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Summary
The City of Asheville Public Works Department is seeking bids for general services for downtown cleaning, pressure washing, and hot spot cleaning under solicitation number 298-FY27-PW-BID-DTCC. The scope of work encompasses general cleanup services, pressure washing of sidewalks and associated City-owned assets across Zone A and Zone B (including approximately 60,366 linear feet in Zone A and 33,078 linear feet in Zone B), weed control, cleaning of waste receptacles (trash and recycling), cleaning of Cherry St. parking lot and Lexington St. bridge underpass, and pressure washing at Pritchard Park and Pack Square.
Bids are due by Monday, October 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and must be submitted via email to [email protected]. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST, with in-person and virtual options available. Questions are due by October 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. The initial contract term is one year with four one-year optional renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. General Cleanup Services, 2. Pressure Washing - Zone A, 3. Weed Control - Zone A, 4. Pressure Washing - Zone B, 5. Weed Control - Zone B, 6. Clean City Waste Receptacles (Trash and Recycling), 7. Clean Cherry St. Parking Lot and Lexington St. Bridge Underpass, 8. Parks and Recreation - Pritchard Park and Pack Square Pressure Washing, Optional Bid: Litter Pickup of "Hot Spot" Areas
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Bid Form, Information of two references
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
- Projected sq ft
- 56,300 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Darlene Barnwell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, 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 Darlene Barnwell at (828) 337-4676. 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 cleanup, pressure washing, weed control. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. General Cleanup Services, 2. Pressure Washing - Zone A, 3. Weed Control - Zone A, 4. Pressure Washing - Zone B, 5. Weed Control - Zone B, 6. Clean City Waste Receptacles (Trash and Recycling), 7. Clean Cherry St. Parking Lot and Lexington St. Bridge Underpass, 8. Parks and Recreation - Pritchard. 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, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Asheville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Asheville 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 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: Completed Bid Form, Information of two references. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. The total projected area is 56300 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.