How to bid on Janitorial Service Base +4 Option Years for the Department of Agriculture

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture is seeking janitorial services for a facility in Prosser, Washington. This contract includes a base year of service with the potential for four additional option years. This is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in facilities maintenance to secure a multi-year government contract.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting your quote is August 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time. All quotes must be emailed by this time. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted by August 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Standard Time.

A site visit is scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time. If you plan to attend, you must email the names of personnel and your company name to [email protected] by August 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Standard Time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a total small-business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant industry code is NAICS 561720, for Janitorial Services, with a size standard of $22 million. Your company must be registered and active in SAM.gov to be considered for this award.

How to respond

Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected]. Faxed or hard copy quotes will not be accepted. Your response should detail your capability to provide the janitorial services, include relevant experience with government agencies or other organizations, and provide your past performance history. Simply stating you can provide the services as described in the Statement of Work will not be sufficient.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work to understand all requirements and ensure your quote addresses each point. Highlight your specific experience with similar janitorial contracts, especially those for government or large institutional clients. Provide concrete examples of your past performance, including references if permitted, to demonstrate your reliability and quality of service.

Ensure your company's registration in SAM.gov is active and up-to-date before submitting your quote. Attending the site visit is highly recommended as it provides valuable insight into the scope of work and allows you to ask questions directly, which can strengthen your proposal.