Request for Proposal to Provide Janitorial Services
City of CarpinteriaCity · Carpinteria, CA- Due
- Jan 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 15, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Stephon Downes
The 30-second brief
The City of Carpinteria is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide janitorial services at City facilities. The contract will be for an initial term of two years with three one-year extension periods. Award will be made to the most qualified firm.
Qualifications and ability to perform work, supervisor and personnel qualifications, responsiveness and availability, understanding of scope, client references.
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Summary
The City of Carpinteria is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide janitorial services at City facilities. The contract will be for an initial term of two years with three one-year extension periods. Award will be made to the most qualified firm.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications and ability to perform work
- Supervisor and personnel qualifications
- Responsiveness and availability
- Understanding of scope
- Client references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- City Facilities List
- Agreement for Maintenance Services Example
- Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Policy
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- City facilities
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Carpinteria?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Stephon Downes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Carpinteria in CA, 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 Stephon Downes. 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: "Qualifications and ability to perform work, supervisor and personnel qualifications, responsiveness and availability, understanding of scope, client references." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Carpinteria?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Carpinteria are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Carpinteria 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: City Facilities List, Agreement for Maintenance Services Example, Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Policy. Review the full document from City of Carpinteria for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: City facilities. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.