Valley View CUSD 365U Five Year Cleaning Service Contract for All District Buildings Bid 2026
Valley View CUSD 365USchool · Romeoville, IL- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Philip Domenico
- (708) 514-9229
The 30-second brief
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U is soliciting sealed bids for a five-year cleaning service contract covering all 26 district buildings, totaling approximately 2.7 million square feet. The scope includes routine nightly cleaning, day-shift custodial support, and specialty cleaning during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Requirements include financial disclosure, seven years of references, and a detailed business operations start-up plan. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 13, 2026, at John J. Lukancic Middle School. Bidders must provide a $150,000 bid security (bond, check, or letter of credit). The contract term begins approximately June 2, 2026, and concludes on the last day of the 2031 school year. Bids are due March 3, 2026.
Bid Proposal Forms, Financial Disclosure, Experience Documentation, References, Business Operations Start Up Plan, Quality Control Program, Employee Training Plan, Equipment Inventory List, Certified Payroll Records
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, References and satisfaction of current/former clients, Longevity and turnover factors, Comprehensiveness of training and operational control, Past record of transactions with district
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Summary
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U is soliciting sealed bids for a five-year cleaning service contract covering all 26 district buildings, totaling approximately 2.7 million square feet.
The scope includes routine nightly cleaning, day-shift custodial support, and specialty cleaning during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Requirements include financial disclosure, seven years of references, and a detailed business operations start-up plan. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 13, 2026, at John J. Lukancic Middle School. Bidders must provide a $150,000 bid security (bond, check, or letter of credit). The contract term begins approximately June 2, 2026, and concludes on the last day of the 2031 school year. Bids are due March 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- References and satisfaction of current/former clients
- Longevity and turnover factors
- Comprehensiveness of training and operational control
- Past record of transactions with district
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Bid Proposal Forms
- Financial Disclosure
- Experience Documentation
- References
- Business Operations Start Up Plan
- Quality Control Program
- Employee Training Plan
- Equipment Inventory List
- Certified Payroll Records
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Bid Proposal Breakdown Sheet
- Bidder Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Sexual Harassment Policy Certification
- Hazardous Communication Statement
- Anti-Collusion Affidavit
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- 801 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville, Illinois 60446
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Romeoville, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 2,700,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Valley View Community Unit School District 365U
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Valley View CUSD 365U?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 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: 801 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville, Illinois 60446. For questions, contact Philip Domenico.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Valley View CUSD 365U 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 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 Philip Domenico at (708) 514-9229. 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: Custodian, Lead, Lead II, Assistant Manager, Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Proposal Forms, Financial Disclosure, Experience Documentation, References, Business Operations Start Up Plan, Quality Control Program, Employee Training Plan, Equipment Inventory List, Certified Payroll Records. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, References and satisfaction of current/former clients, Longevity and turnover factors, Comprehensiveness of training and operational control, Past record of t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Valley View CUSD 365U?
All active and historical solicitations from Valley View CUSD 365U are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Valley View CUSD 365U 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 5 years. 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 Bond, Certificate of Insurance, Bid Proposal Breakdown Sheet, Bidder Certification, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Sexual Harassment Policy Certification, Hazardous Communication Statement, An. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Valley View CUSD 365U for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Romeoville, IL. The total projected area is 2700000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.