Bathroom/Toilet Coach Cars Cleaning Services

Metra is soliciting bids for Bathroom and Toilet Coach Car Cleaning Services to be performed at the Elburn and Harvard Coach Yards in Illinois. The scope of work requires cleaning a minimum of 20 cars per night and 100 cars per week per yard, with services conducted nightly from Sunday through Saturday between the hours of 8 p.m. and 4 a.m. The contract is for a one-year duration with a maximum value not to exceed $1,050,000.00. Award will be granted to the bidder providing the lowest responsive and responsible bid based on a grand total, with a determination made within 90 days of the bid opening. Bidders must submit their proposals through Metra's procurement portal by December 3, 2026. To be considered responsive, submissions must include a signed contract signature page, a notarized non-collusion affidavit, and price certifications. Additional requirements include a Buy America Certificate for awards exceeding $150,000.00 and a lobbying certification for offers over $100,000.00. The contractor must comply with various regulatory standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and specific alcohol abuse and drug-free workplace certifications. All pricing must be F.O.B. Destination and include all insurance, packaging, and transportation costs.