Bid guide
How to bid on Appalachian Ranger District Office and Work Center Janitorial Services for the Forest Service
What the agency is buying
The USDA Forest Service is looking for janitorial services for the Appalachian Ranger District Office and Work Center, located in Mars Hill, NC. This is a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a base period and four additional 12-month ordering periods. Funds are committed through individual orders, not the BPA itself.
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. The previous five-year award for these services totaled $73,120.50.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. All offers must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
A formal site visit is scheduled for July 28 at 9:00 a.m. While not mandatory, attending can provide valuable insight. No informal visits are authorized.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 561720, which covers Janitorial Services, with a small business size standard of $22 million.
Firms with experience in commercial cleaning services, particularly for government facilities or offices, would be well-suited for this bid.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and your offer will be considered by the agency. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments and the full text of referenced clauses to ensure your quotation meets all requirements. Pay close attention to the scope of work for janitorial services to accurately price your offer.
Consider attending the formal site visit on July 28. This can help you understand the facility's specific needs and potential challenges, allowing you to submit a more informed and competitive bid. If you have questions, direct them to the Contract Specialist as informal visits are not allowed.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Forest Service; the original posting controls.