Link Community Charter School - Custodial Services Bid No. 21-22C / 26-27 C (2026)
Link Community Charter SchoolSchool · Newark, NJ- Due
- Aug 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Bima B. Baje
- (973) 642-0529
The 30-second brief
Link Community Charter School is seeking sealed proposals for evening custodial services under a term contract for facilities located at 23 Pennsylvania Avenue and 230 Halsey Street in Newark, New Jersey. The scope encompasses comprehensive cleaning, janitorial maintenance, floor care, and disinfecting across approximately 55,000 square feet of school space including classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and restrooms. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, with a pre-bid conference and site walkthrough scheduled for July 28, 2026. Bidders must have at least three years of experience providing custodial operations to New Jersey public school districts and comply with prevailing wage, AHERA asbestos training, and criminal history background check requirements.
Evening custodial services, Routine cleaning, Floor maintenance, Stripping, Scrubbing and refinishing floors, Daily disinfecting using quaternary germicidal detergent
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
Hear what Link Community Charter School plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Link Community Charter School is seeking sealed proposals for evening custodial services under a term contract for facilities located at 23 Pennsylvania Avenue and 230 Halsey Street in Newark, New Jersey.
The scope encompasses comprehensive cleaning, janitorial maintenance, floor care, and disinfecting across approximately 55,000 square feet of school space including classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and restrooms. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, with a pre-bid conference and site walkthrough scheduled for July 28, 2026. Bidders must have at least three years of experience providing custodial operations to New Jersey public school districts and comply with prevailing wage, AHERA asbestos training, and criminal history background check requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Evening custodial services
- Routine cleaning
- Floor maintenance
- Stripping
- Scrubbing and refinishing floors
- Daily disinfecting using quaternary germicidal detergent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Sheet
- Disclosure Statement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Evidence
- Consent of Surety
- List of References
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Products Supplied by Contractor
- Bid Bond
- Insurance Certificate
REQUIRED STAFFING
Site Manager, Site Supervisor
- Submit to
- Business Office, Link Community Charter School, 23 Pennsylvania Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114
- Duration
- 11 months
- Scope location
- Newark, NJ
- Projected sq ft
- 55,000 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Link Community Charter School?
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: Business Office, Link Community Charter School, 23 Pennsylvania Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114. For questions, contact Bima B. Baje.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Link Community Charter School in NJ, 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 Bid 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 Bima B. Baje at (973) 642-0529. 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: Site Manager, Site Supervisor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evening custodial services, Routine cleaning, Floor maintenance, Stripping, Scrubbing and refinishing floors, Daily disinfecting using quaternary germicidal detergent. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 5 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Link Community Charter School?
All active and historical solicitations from Link Community Charter School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Link Community Charter School 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 Bid?
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: Bid Sheet, Disclosure Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Evidence, Consent of Surety, List of References, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Products Supplied by Contrac. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Link Community Charter School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newark, NJ. The total projected area is 55000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.