City of Palm Desert Routine Cleaning Services for Public Art and El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition RFP 2026-RFP-010
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- Primary Contact
- Melanie Slater · (760) 776-6447
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- Palm Desert, CA
- Submission Address
- 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92260
SUMMARY
The City of Palm Desert is requesting proposals from qualified firms for routine cleaning services for public art installations and the El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition under project ID 2026-RFP-010. The scope includes the maintenance and cleaning of selected public art pieces to serve and promote resident welfare. The City intends to establish a Maintenance Services Agreement for an initial contract period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with an option for two one-year renewals. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA. A Notice of Interest is due by April 16, 2026. Contact Melanie Slater at (760) 776-6447 for inquiries.
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How do I respond to this RFP from City of Palm Desert?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92260. For questions, contact Melanie Slater.
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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 RFP?
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Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palm Desert, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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