This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Onamia, Minnesota. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe (MLBO) Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting bids for a one (1) year contract for cleaning services of the HHS Building at 18562 Minobimaadizi Loop, Onamia, MN 56359 starting January 1, 2026. The cleaning service contract is under the management of the HHS Facilities Department. Bidders are required to submit written proposals that present the Bidder's qualifications and understanding of the work to be performed. The Bidder's proposal should be prepared simply and economically and should provide all the information it considers pertinent to its qualifications for the Specifications listed herein. Emphasis should be placed on completeness of services offered and clarity of content. Bid Period- Proposal prices are to be firm for ninety (90) days Bid Award- It is the intent of MLBO HHS to accept the lowest bid, provided it has been submitted in accordance with the bid documents. MLBO HHS reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities therein. Bids will be opened and qualified by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe on Thursday, November 6th in the OSG office. Performance Standards/Outcomes: MLBO HHS has detailed performance standards/outcomes for the MLBO HHS Cleaning Contract. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring full compliance during the course of the contract. The Facilities Director will complete a performance report on a quarterly basis. This will be available upon request from the Contractor. The standard format for identifying and reporting contracted outcomes will be outlined and discussed upon bid award. The Contractor may submit comments, questions, concerns, and suggestions at any time. If submitted those will be addressed by Facilities Director, or appointed contact, in a timely manner. In addition to the performance reports, quarterly surveys are solicited from MLBO HHS Staff on their perception of the cleanliness of the areas they work in. An accumulated satisfactory rating of these responses will be shared with the Contractor. Corrective Action: A corrective plan, in conjunction with the Contractor, will be initiated if the Contractor has negative performance. MLBO HHS Facilities Director will outline measurable steps the Contractor will take to correct the deficiencies. If the outcomes do not improve, the Facilities Director will be forced to end the contract. Equipment and Cleaning Chemicals: MLBO HHS will supply all cleaning equipment, chemicals, trash bags, paper towels, hand soaps, and toilet paper. Restocking/ordering of cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicals will be coordinated with the Facilities Director. C. Licensing Companies must be licensed with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. A copy of this license (or the license application) must accompany each bid. Licensing process can take several weeks. If you are not currently licensed with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, please submit a copy of your license application along with your proposal. Contact Elizabeth Thornbloom at (320)532-8274 or via email at EThornbloom@grcasinos.com with questions regarding licensing and for the license application. Damage: The contractor shall report to the Facilities Director any damaged facilities and/or broken items that need to be replaced so as not to be held accountable weekly. Contacts: If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Curt Kalk, Facilities Director, 320-362-1657(cell) or Kurt.Kalkjr@hhs.millelacsband-nsn.gov. MILLE LACS BAND OF OJIBWE, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS FOR ANY REASON.