Town of Manchester - Custodial Services for Whiton Branch of the Manchester Public Library - 26/27-23 (2026)
Town of ManchesterCity · Manchester, CT- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cora Narracci
- (860) 647-3033
The 30-second brief
The Town of Manchester is soliciting bid proposals for custodial services, routine cleaning, floor maintenance, carpet shampooing, window cleaning, and waste disposal for the Whiton Memorial Library branch located at 100 North Main Street, Manchester, CT. The scope includes approximately 12,367 gross square feet of library space, plus the transport of materials four times weekly between the branch and the main library at 1041 Main St. Responses are due by December 8, 2026, at 11:00 am, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 19, 2026. The contract term extends from the date of award through January 31, 2028, with five additional one-year renewal options.
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Summary
The Town of Manchester is soliciting bid proposals for custodial services, routine cleaning, floor maintenance, carpet shampooing, window cleaning, and waste disposal for the Whiton Memorial Library branch located at 100 North Main Street, Manchester, CT. The scope includes approximately 12,367 gross square feet of library space, plus the transport of materials four times weekly between the branch and the main library at 1041 Main St.
Responses are due by December 8, 2026, at 11:00 am, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 19, 2026. The contract term extends from the date of award through January 31, 2028, with five additional one-year renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total bid price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Blank IRS Form W-9 Fillable Form, Manchester Living Wage Certification
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester
- Duration
- 14 months
- Scope location
- Manchester, CT
- Projected sq ft
- 12,367 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Manchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester. For questions, contact Cora Narracci.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Manchester in CT, 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 Cora Narracci at (860) 647-3033. 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: "Total bid price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Manchester?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Manchester are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Manchester 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 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 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: Blank IRS Form W-9 Fillable Form, Manchester Living Wage Certification. Review the full document from Town of Manchester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manchester, CT. The total projected area is 12367 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
