Durand Area Schools Custodial & Grounds Services RFP 2026
Durand Area SchoolsSchool · Durand, MI- Due
- Mar 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stacey Zanger
The 30-second brief
Durand Area Schools is seeking proposals for custodial and grounds services. The RFP outlines requirements for submission, proposal content, selection timeline, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and specific service details.
Proposal, Cover letter, Proposed contract sum, Statement of qualifications, Background information on personnel, Training programs list, References, Financial statements, Insurance evidence, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, Familial Relationship Disclosure.
Quality of response, apparent capability in management, business stability, human resources, and cost.
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Summary
Durand Area Schools is seeking proposals for custodial and grounds services. The RFP outlines requirements for submission, proposal content, selection timeline, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and specific service details.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality of response
- Apparent capability in management
- Business stability
- Human resources
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Proposal
- Cover letter
- Proposed contract sum
- Statement of qualifications
- Background information on personnel
- Training programs list
- References
- Financial statements
- Insurance evidence
- Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification
- Familial Relationship Disclosure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A – Familial Disclosure Form
- Attachment B – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification
- Attachment C – Proposal Form
- Attachment D – Form of Contract
- Attachment E – List of Services and Frequency Chart
- Submit to
- Durand, MI 48429
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Durand, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Durand Area Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Durand, MI 48429. For questions, contact Stacey Zanger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Durand Area Schools in MI, 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 Stacey Zanger. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal, Cover letter, Proposed contract sum, Statement of qualifications, Background information on personnel, Training programs list, References, Financial statements, Insurance evidence, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, Familial Relationship Disclosure.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Quality of response, apparent capability in management, business stability, human resources, and cost." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Durand Area Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Durand Area Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Durand Area Schools 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 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: Attachment A – Familial Disclosure Form, Attachment B – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, Attachment C – Proposal Form, Attachment D – Form of Contract, Attachment E – List of Services and Fr. Review the full document from Durand Area Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Durand, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.