City of Asheville FY27 Downtown Cleaning Contract Request for Bids - 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 general services bids for downtown cleaning, pressure washing, and hot spot cleaning under solicitation number 298-FY27-PW-BID-DTCC. The work encompasses general cleanup services, sidewalk pressure washing, weed control, trash and recycling receptacle liner cleaning, parking lot and bridge underpass cleaning, and park pressure washing at Pritchard Park and Pack Square in Asheville, NC. Total combined project area includes approximately 60,366 linear feet of sidewalk in Zone A, 33,078 linear feet in Zone B, and 56,300 sq ft in park areas. The contract term is one year with four one-year optional renewals. Bids are due by October 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 13, 2026. Submissions must include a completed bid form and two commercial or government references.
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder, quality, performance, time specified
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Summary
The City of Asheville Public Works Department is seeking general services bids for downtown cleaning, pressure washing, and hot spot cleaning under solicitation number 298-FY27-PW-BID-DTCC. The work encompasses general cleanup services, sidewalk pressure washing, weed control, trash and recycling receptacle liner cleaning, parking lot and bridge underpass cleaning, and park pressure washing at Pritchard Park and Pack Square in Asheville, NC. Total combined project area includes approximately 60,366 linear feet of sidewalk in Zone A, 33,078 linear feet in Zone B, and 56,300 sq ft in park areas.
The contract term is one year with four one-year optional renewals. Bids are due by October 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 13, 2026. Submissions must include a completed bid form and two commercial or government references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible
- Responsive bidder
- Quality
- Performance
- Time specified
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Bid Form, two references
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 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. 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.
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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, quality, performance, time specified" 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, two references. 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.