How to bid on Janitorial Services for the US Forest Service, IITF

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The US Forest Service needs janitorial services for five buildings at its International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) complex in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This includes the Headquarters, Library, Conference Center, Remote Sensing laboratory (GIS building), and the multi-purpose building.

This is a significant opportunity for a Women-Owned Small Business to secure a firm fixed-price purchase order with a base year and four potential option years, providing stable income for an extended period.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 23, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by email no later than August 6, 2026, at 5:00 AM ET. Questions about the solicitation must be submitted via email at least three days before the quote due date.

Failure to submit quotes by the deadline or to address all evaluation factors will result in exclusion from consideration. The estimated start date for services is August 16, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses. Only quotes from businesses registered as such will be accepted. The relevant industry code is 561720 for Janitorial Services, with a small business size standard of $22 million.

Firms with experience in commercial janitorial services, particularly those familiar with maintaining multiple facilities, are well-suited for this contract.

How to respond to this request

To respond, you must email your complete quote to [email protected] by the deadline. Your submission must include three documents: Attachment 2 – Schedule of Items (filled in and signed), your written response to the Evaluation Factors, and Attachment 15 SF-1449 (with Blocks 17a and 30 a, b, and c signed).

You can request a pre-quote site visit by contacting Maysaa Ittayem via email at [email protected] or by phone at 787-766-5335. When RSVPing, provide your company name, indicate if you are a Prime or Sub-contractor, and include the attendee's full name and email address.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review Attachment 3, the Performance Work Statement (PWS), to fully understand the scope and requirements for janitorial services in each of the five buildings. Your quote should clearly demonstrate how you will meet or exceed these requirements.

Ensure all required forms, especially Attachment 2 (Schedule of Items) and Attachment 15 SF-1449, are completely and accurately filled out and signed. Pay close attention to the Evaluation Factors and provide a thorough written response to each one, as failure to do so will lead to disqualification.

Consider attending the pre-quote site visit if possible. This will give you a firsthand understanding of the facilities and specific needs, which can help you tailor a more accurate and competitive bid.