Lake Land College Cleaning Services RFP 2026 - Effingham Technology Center
Lake Land CollegeHigher Ed · Mattoon, IL- Due
- Aug 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- John Woodruff
- (217) 234-5224
The 30-second brief
Lake Land College is requesting proposals for general office cleaning services at the Effingham Technology Center located at 1201 Althoff Drive in Effingham, Illinois. The scope involves daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly full-service cleaning for approximately 100,000 S.F. across three floors. The college is soliciting bids for two options: Option 1 covers approximately 77,954 S.F. on three floors, and Option 2 covers approximately 51,561 S.F. on two floors. Requirements include a minimum of five years documented experience, sound financial status, and specific insurance coverages including Comprehensive General Liability ($1M/$2M) and Workman’s Compensation. The contractor must provide all cleaning chemicals, paper supplies, and equipment, including floor scrubbers. Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, with a project start date in mid-October 2026.
General office cleaning services, Log book, Certificates of Insurance
Ability capacity and skill, promptness, character and integrity, quality of performance, compliance with laws, financial resources, quality of supplies, future maintenance ability, record of experience
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Summary
Lake Land College is requesting proposals for general office cleaning services at the Effingham Technology Center located at 1201 Althoff Drive in Effingham, Illinois.
The scope involves daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly full-service cleaning for approximately 100,000 S.F. across three floors. The college is soliciting bids for two options: Option 1 covers approximately 77,954 S.F. on three floors, and Option 2 covers approximately 51,561 S.F. on two floors. Requirements include a minimum of five years documented experience, sound financial status, and specific insurance coverages including Comprehensive General Liability ($1M/$2M) and Workman’s Compensation. The contractor must provide all cleaning chemicals, paper supplies, and equipment, including floor scrubbers. Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, with a project start date in mid-October 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Ability capacity and skill
- Promptness
- Character and integrity
- Quality of performance
- Compliance with laws
- Financial resources
- Quality of supplies
- Future maintenance ability
- Record of experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- General office cleaning services
- Log book
- Certificates of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Five references of comparable buildings
- Three references for services in past 12 months
- ID-type photo of employees
REQUIRED STAFFING
Cleaning staff, Lead supervisor
- Submit to
- Mattoon, IL
- Scope location
- Effingham, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 100,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake Land College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 18, 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: Mattoon, IL. For questions, contact John Woodruff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake Land College in IL, 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 John Woodruff at (217) 234-5224. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Cleaning staff, Lead supervisor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General office cleaning services, Log book, Certificates of Insurance. 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: "Ability capacity and skill, promptness, character and integrity, quality of performance, compliance with laws, financial resources, quality of supplies, future maintenance ability, record of experienc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake Land College?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake Land College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Lake Land College regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Five references of comparable buildings, Three references for services in past 12 months, ID-type photo of employees. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lake Land College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Effingham, IL. The total projected area is 100000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.