Bid guide
How to bid on University Management and Operations of Cleaning and Janitorial Services for UNC - Pembroke
What UNC - Pembroke is buying
UNC Pembroke is seeking information from qualified vendors for comprehensive campus housekeeping and janitorial services. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to understand vendors' capabilities to provide a turnkey solution, where a contractor would fully manage and operate the university's housekeeping services.
The scope of work may include services for special events, sports events, residence life, off-campus locations, and other university needs. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in large-scale facilities management and cleaning services to demonstrate their expertise.
Key dates and deadlines
This RFI was published on September 13, 2026. The deadline for responses is October 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
A site visit and pre-bid meeting are urged and scheduled for September 24, 2026. Attending this meeting is important for understanding the full scope and requirements directly from the agency.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for experienced firms in the facilities management and janitorial services category. Specifically, vendors capable of providing full operational management and a turnkey solution for a university campus would be a good fit.
Firms with experience managing cleaning services for diverse environments such as academic buildings, residential halls, sports facilities, and special events will find this RFI relevant.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to view the original posting on North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). Viewing the posting and its document list is public and does not require an account.
Responding to the RFI requires free vendor registration on North Carolina’s eVP portal. The posting will direct you on how to submit your response before the deadline. The solicitation number is 71-RFI20270901.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly articulate your firm's experience in managing large-scale, comprehensive janitorial services, especially in a university or similar institutional setting. Highlight your ability to provide a turnkey solution, covering all aspects of operations and management.
Detail your approach to staffing, quality control, and handling diverse service needs, including special events and off-campus locations. Emphasize any innovative solutions or technologies you use to enhance efficiency and service quality. Attending the urged site visit and pre-bid meeting on September 24, 2026, will provide valuable insights to tailor your response effectively.
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 UNC - Pembroke; the original posting controls.

