City of Covington Janitorial Services Bid - #2027-24 2026
City of CovingtonCity · Covington, GA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maranna Gilbert
- (770) 385-2000
The 30-second brief
The City of Covington is soliciting bids from qualified cleaning firms to provide comprehensive janitorial services for various city buildings and facilities, including City Hall, Court Services Building, Welcome Center, Airport, Police Department, 911 Center, Public Restrooms, Utility Center, and Street Department locations. The scope of work encompasses routine daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, trash removal, restroom sanitation, window cleaning, and supply restocking across multiple municipal assets totaling over 100,000 square feet. Bidders must submit proposals by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 6, 2026. The initial contract term is for twelve months with options to renew for three additional calendar years upon mutual agreement.
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, competency and responsibility of bidders, quality of articles, conformity with specifications, suitability to requirements, delivery terms, local vendor preference
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Summary
The City of Covington is soliciting bids from qualified cleaning firms to provide comprehensive janitorial services for various city buildings and facilities, including City Hall, Court Services Building, Welcome Center, Airport, Police Department, 911 Center, Public Restrooms, Utility Center, and Street Department locations.
The scope of work encompasses routine daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, trash removal, restroom sanitation, window cleaning, and supply restocking across multiple municipal assets totaling over 100,000 square feet. Bidders must submit proposals by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 6, 2026. The initial contract term is for twelve months with options to renew for three additional calendar years upon mutual agreement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Competency and responsibility of bidders
- Quality of articles
- Conformity with specifications
- Suitability to requirements
- Delivery terms
- Local vendor preference
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Janitorial-Price Proposal Forms and Proposal Signature Form
- Copy of Georgia Business License
- Insurance Certificate of Coverage
- Questionnaire Sheet
- City Benefit Affidavit
- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Immigration & Security Form
- Addenda Acknowledgements
- Response to Questions
- Submit to
- City of Covington Purchasing Department, 2194 Emory Street NW, Covington, Georgia 30014
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Covington, GA
- Projected sq ft
- 108,398 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Covington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Covington Purchasing Department, 2194 Emory Street NW, Covington, Georgia 30014. For questions, contact Maranna Gilbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Covington in GA, 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 Maranna Gilbert at (770) 385-2000. 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 responsive and responsible bidder, competency and responsibility of bidders, quality of articles, conformity with specifications, suitability to requirements, delivery terms, local vendor prefe..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Covington?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Covington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Covington 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: Janitorial-Price Proposal Forms and Proposal Signature Form, Copy of Georgia Business License, Insurance Certificate of Coverage, Questionnaire Sheet, City Benefit Affidavit, Affidavit of Non-Collusio. Review the full document from City of Covington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Covington, GA. The total projected area is 108398 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.