Port of Bellingham Janitorial Services for Harbor Facilities RFP 2025
Port of Bellingham (includes airport)Airport Authority · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Dec 31, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 11, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Pam Taft
The 30-second brief
The Port of Bellingham is seeking proposals for janitorial services for its Blaine & Squalicum Harbors. The services will cover a two-year period from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2028. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled, and proposals must include specific documentation and adhere to various conditions and requirements.
Proposal package, Bid Bond or Bid Deposit, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Agreement, Certificate of Insurance, Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wage, List of Subcontractors
Completeness of Proposal, Qualifications of Contractor, Experience & Past Performance, Quality Control Plan, Management Plan, Price, Industry Association Membership
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Summary
The Port of Bellingham is seeking proposals for janitorial services for its Blaine & Squalicum Harbors.
The services will cover a two-year period from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2028. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled, and proposals must include specific documentation and adhere to various conditions and requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Completeness of Proposal
- Qualifications of Contractor
- Experience & Past Performance
- Quality Control Plan
- Management Plan
- Price
- Industry Association Membership
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Proposal package
- Bid Bond or Bid Deposit
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Agreement
- Certificate of Insurance
- Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wage
- List of Subcontractors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A: Price Proposal Form
- Attachment B: Bid Bond
- Attachment C: Non-Collusion Affidavit Statement
- Attachment D: Garbage/Recycling Locations
- Submit to
- Squalicum Harbor Office, 722 Coho Way, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Scope location
- Bellingham, WA; Blaine, WA
- Reported agency
- Port of Bellingham
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 31, 2025. 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: Squalicum Harbor Office, 722 Coho Way, Bellingham, WA 98225. For questions, contact Pam Taft.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Port of Bellingham (includes airport) in WA, 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 Pam Taft. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal package, Bid Bond or Bid Deposit, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Agreement, Certificate of Insurance, Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wage, List of Subcontractors. 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: "Completeness of Proposal, Qualifications of Contractor, Experience & Past Performance, Quality Control Plan, Management Plan, Price, Industry Association Membership" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
All active and historical solicitations from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Port of Bellingham (includes airport) 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 2 years. 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: Price Proposal Form, Attachment B: Bid Bond, Attachment C: Non-Collusion Affidavit Statement, Attachment D: Garbage/Recycling Locations. Review the full document from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bellingham, WA; Blaine, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.