Housing Authority of the County of Kern - Food Services and Janitorial Services Provider - 2026
Housing Authority of the county of KernLocal Housing Authority · Bakersfield, CA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jotveer Khangura
- (661) 631-8500 ext 1213
The 30-second brief
The Housing Authority of the County of Kern seeks proposals for a food services and janitorial services provider at Pinewood Glen Retirement Community, a 100-unit senior housing development located at 2221 South Real Road in Bakersfield, California. The scope of work includes the preparation and service of three meals per day, 365 days per year, alongside regular cleaning of common areas and weekly in-unit cleaning services such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming, and bed bug monitoring. Proposals must be received via email by 1:00pm PT on November 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, operations and quality control, implementation plan, references, and cost.
Relevant Experience, Certificates, and Qualifications (25), Food Services & Janitorial Services Operations and Quality Control (15), Proposed Implementation Plan (15), References (15), Cost (detailed proposed annual budget) (30)
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Summary
The Housing Authority of the County of Kern seeks proposals for a food services and janitorial services provider at Pinewood Glen Retirement Community, a 100-unit senior housing development located at 2221 South Real Road in Bakersfield, California.
The scope of work includes the preparation and service of three meals per day, 365 days per year, alongside regular cleaning of common areas and weekly in-unit cleaning services such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming, and bed bug monitoring. Proposals must be received via email by 1:00pm PT on November 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, operations and quality control, implementation plan, references, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Reported agency
- Housing Authority of the County of Kern
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jotveer Khangura.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of Kern 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 Jotveer Khangura at (661) 631-8500 ext 1213. 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: "Relevant Experience, Certificates, and Qualifications (25), Food Services & Janitorial Services Operations and Quality Control (15), Proposed Implementation Plan (15), References (15), Cost (detailed..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of Kern are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of Kern regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of Kern for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.