Janitorial Services-NIEHS at RTP
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), is soliciting proposals for Janitorial Services at its facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP), Durham, NC. This is a competitive 8(a) Set-Aside opportunity. The contract aims to maintain NIEHS facilities free from filth and pathogens. Proposals are due June 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will furnish all necessary labor, supervision, transportation, equipment, and supplies to provide comprehensive janitorial services. This includes cleaning various areas such as halls, restrooms, offices, laboratories, work areas, entryways, lobbies, storage areas, warehouses, stairways, elevators, patios, docks, loading areas, cafeterias, break areas, fitness centers, mechanical rooms, conference rooms, computer rooms, and interstitial spaces (Modules C-F). Services encompass daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual cleaning requirements, along with on-call services for special events and emergency clean-up. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details specific tasks, quality standards, and performance metrics.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 – December 31, 2031 (Base Year: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027, plus five option years)
- NAICS Code: 561720 (Custodial Janitorial Services)
- Published Date: May 19, 2026
- Site Visit: May 21, 2026, at 9:30 am EST
- Request for Information (RFI) Deadline: May 28, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST
- Proposal Due Date: June 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST
Submission & Evaluation
- Evaluation Method: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Proposal Submission: Electronically via email to michele.johnson@nih.gov.
- Proposal Structure: Submissions must include three volumes: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.
Eligibility
This acquisition is a competitive 8(a) set-aside. Offerors must be an active SBA-certified 8(a) participant at the time of proposal submission and award. Additionally, offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) is included in the solicitation. Wage determination rates for North Carolina counties of Durham, Orange, and Person are provided. An RFI form is available for submitting formal questions or seeking clarifications.