Bid guide
How to bid on Eastman Lake Janitorial Services for the Dept of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is seeking a small business to provide janitorial services for the Buchanan Dam and H.V. Eastman Lake campground areas in Raymond, CA. This will be a firm-fixed-price contract with a base year and four option years.
The selected contractor will be responsible for all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, and supervision needed to maintain cleanliness and sanitation. This is a good opportunity for janitorial service providers looking for a stable, multi-year government contract.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is currently a Request for Information (RFI), meaning the Army is gathering information before issuing the formal solicitation. The Request for Quote (RFQ) is expected to be issued on or about June 15, 2026.
Quotes for the RFQ are tentatively due on July 16, 2026. The final quote due date and time will be established in the RFQ when it is released. The overall RFI deadline is August 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET. Be aware that this project may be delayed, canceled, or revised at any time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside. It is suitable for firms specializing in janitorial services, specifically those with experience in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in campground or public facility environments.
The relevant NAICS Code is 561720 – Janitorial Services, with a size standard of $22,000,000.00. The Product Service Code is S201 Housekeeping – Custodial Janitorial.
How to access and respond to the solicitation
To view the opportunity, click “View original source” to open it on the government portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account to view all documents, though some bids allow document viewing without an account. Contractors are responsible for self-identifying as interested vendors and checking the portal frequently for any updates or changes to the interested vendors list.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the full Request for Quote (RFQ) once it is released. Pay close attention to all scope of work details, performance standards, and reporting requirements. Ensure your proposed services directly address each requirement.
Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar janitorial services, especially in outdoor or public facility settings. Highlight your ability to provide all necessary labor, equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, and supervision. Provide a competitive, firm-fixed price that reflects a thorough understanding of the effort involved for the base year and all option years.
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 Dept of the Army; the original posting controls.