City of Galveston - Janitorial Services RFP 26-24 (2026)
City of Galveston, City of Galveston, TX·City
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- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope Location
- Galveston, TX
- Projected Sq Ft
- 53,000 sq ft
- Submission Address
- https://www.galvestontx.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=646&PRINT=YES
SUMMARY
The City of Galveston is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for janitorial services across multiple municipal facilities, including City Hall, Central Fire Station administration, Grants and Housing, Public Works Facility Administrative Building, Island Transit, and the City Marshal/Code Enforcement Facility. The scope encompasses daily and routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, coffee bar upkeep, trash disposal, floor care, dusting, and annual Terrazzo tile polishing for approximately 53,000 sq ft per week across facilities. The contract term is three years with two one-year renewal options, featuring an annual price escalation cap of 3%. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST, with a pre-submittal question deadline of October 15, 2026. Required submissions must include completed pricing proposals, conflict of interest questionnaires, house bill verifications, property tax and nepotism statements, non-collusion forms, debarment certifications, federal clauses, references, and proposer questionnaires.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of Service (50%), Reputation of Offeror/References (20%), Experience/Length of time in the Janitorial Services Industry (20%), Ability to perform the service-Staffing capabilities, quality control (10%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A – Proposal Document, Appendix B – Form CIQ, Appendix C – House Bills 13, 19, 89 Verifications, Appendix D – Property Tax Statement, Appendix E – Nepotism Statement, Appendix F – Non-Collusion Statement, Appendix G – Certification Regarding Debarment, Appendix I – Federal Clauses, Pricing Proposal, Addenda Checklist, References, Proposer's Questionnaire
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Galveston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.galvestontx.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=646&PRINT=YES.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost of Service (50%), Reputation of Offeror/References (20%), Experience/Length of time in the Janitorial Services Industry (20%), Ability to perform the service-Staffing capabilities, quality contro..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Galveston?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Galveston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Galveston 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 – Proposal Document, Appendix B – Form CIQ, Appendix C – House Bills 13, 19, 89 Verifications, Appendix D – Property Tax Statement, Appendix E – Nepotism Statement, Appendix F – Non-Collusi. Review the full document from City of Galveston for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Galveston in TX, 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Galveston, TX. The total projected area is 53000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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