St. Joseph County Janitorial Services RFQ 2026 - Three Rivers Courts Building
St. Joseph CountyCounty · Centreville, MI- Due
- Apr 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jody Alger
- (269) 467-5655 ext 655
The 30-second brief
St. Joseph County is soliciting qualifications and cost proposals for janitorial services at the Three Rivers Courts Building located at 920 W. Michigan Avenue, Three Rivers, Michigan. The facility includes a courtroom, judge’s chambers, jury room, 35 offices, 4 conference rooms, 12 toilets, 10 sinks, public waiting areas, and holding cells. Daily cleaning tasks involve emptying trash, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, disinfecting restrooms and high-touch surfaces, and cleaning breakrooms. Services are expected after court hours, primarily five days per week (Monday–Friday), with an optional three-day schedule. Vendors must provide proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Daily cleaning services including disinfecting high-touch surfaces, Floor care, Restroom sanitation, And after-hours cleaning.
Vendor qualifications and experience, References, Service approach and reliability, Cost, Ability to meet the operational needs of the County
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Summary
St.
Joseph County is soliciting qualifications and cost proposals for janitorial services at the Three Rivers Courts Building located at 920 W. Michigan Avenue, Three Rivers, Michigan. The facility includes a courtroom, judge’s chambers, jury room, 35 offices, 4 conference rooms, 12 toilets, 10 sinks, public waiting areas, and holding cells. Daily cleaning tasks involve emptying trash, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, disinfecting restrooms and high-touch surfaces, and cleaning breakrooms. Services are expected after court hours, primarily five days per week (Monday–Friday), with an optional three-day schedule. Vendors must provide proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Vendor qualifications and experience
- References
- Service approach and reliability
- Cost
- Ability to meet the operational needs of the County
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Daily cleaning services including disinfecting high-touch surfaces
- Floor care
- Restroom sanitation
- After-hours cleaning
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Confirmation of liability insurance
- At least two (2) references for similar work
- Proof of Workers Compensation Coverage
- Submit to
- Centreville, MI
- Scope location
- Three Rivers, MI
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from St. Joseph County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 6, 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: Centreville, MI. For questions, contact Jody Alger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including St. Joseph County 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 RFQ 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 Jody Alger at (269) 467-5655 ext 655. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Daily cleaning services including disinfecting high-touch surfaces, Floor care, Restroom sanitation, And after-hours cleaning.. 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: "Vendor qualifications and experience, References, Service approach and reliability, Cost, Ability to meet the operational needs of the County" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St. Joseph County?
All active and historical solicitations from St. Joseph County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, St. Joseph County 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 RFQ?
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: Confirmation of liability insurance, At least two (2) references for similar work, Proof of Workers Compensation Coverage. Review the full document from St. Joseph County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Three Rivers, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.