How to bid on Countywide Janitorial Services for the County of Orange

What the County of Orange is buying

The County of Orange is looking for qualified firms to provide countywide janitorial services. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in facilities maintenance to secure a contract with a local government agency.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 17, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All required pre-proposal job walks are mandatory, and questions must be submitted by the deadline listed in the solicitation. Failure to attend all job walks may result in your proposal being deemed non-responsive.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for established firms with experience in providing comprehensive janitorial services, particularly those capable of serving multiple locations across a county. Vendors should be prepared to meet specific facility requirements and security procedures.

The relevant category for this work is facilities management, specifically janitorial and cleaning services.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” to go to the County’s procurement portal. You may see a brief security check; allow it to complete. You will need to sign in or create a free vendor account on OpenGov Procurement to download documents, ask questions, and submit your proposal. All proposals must be submitted electronically through this system; email and fax submissions are not accepted. Addenda notices will also be distributed through OpenGov.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents, including the Mandatory Pre-Proposal Job Walk Schedule and the Mandatory Job Walk Information Package. Ensure you understand all requirements for attendance, security, and access for the job walks. Your attendance at all required job walks is critical.

Pay close attention to the scope of work and minimum qualifications. Tailor your proposal to clearly demonstrate how your firm meets each requirement. Since this is an electronic submission, ensure you are familiar with the online bidding system well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.