Nightly School Cleaning Partner: Safe

Exploration High School (ExHS) is inviting proposals for custodial and cleaning services for the 2026–2027 school year.

• Nightly cleaning schedule for all classrooms and shared spaces.
• Service Monday through Friday, every evening, after school dismissal.
• Cleaning to be performed when the building is unoccupied by students and most staff.
• Provider must coordinate scheduling and any building‑access procedures with school leadership.

• Classroom Cleaning
  • Empty trash and recycling bins; replace liners as needed.
  • Wipe down and sanitize desks, tables, and high‑touch surfaces (door handles, light switches).
  • Sweep, dust‑mop, and/or vacuum classroom floors.
  • Spot‑clean spills, smudges, and marks on walls, doors, and floors.
  • Tidy and reset rooms to a ready‑for‑students condition.
• Shared & Common Area Cleaning
  • Hallways, entryways, stairwells, and lobby areas: sweep, mop, vacuum, and spot‑clean as needed.
  • Restrooms: clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, fixtures, and floors; restock soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
  • Cafeteria, kitchen‑adjacent areas, and student commons: clean tables, chairs, and floors.
  • Staff lounge, main office, and meeting/conference rooms: empty all trash and recycling receptacles; transport to designated removal point.
• Periodic & Deep Cleaning
  • Carpet and hard‑floor deep cleaning on a periodic schedule (e.g., quarterly or as proposed).
  • Detailed restroom deep cleaning on a periodic schedule.
  • Additional deep cleaning during school breaks, including summer turnover prep.
• Supplies & Equipment
  • Provider should specify whether cleaning products, paper goods, and trash liners are included or billed separately.
  • Use of EPA‑registered, school‑appropriate, low‑VOC, and non‑toxic cleaning products where possible.
  • Provider supplies all cleaning equipment (vacuums, mops, etc.) unless otherwise agreed.
• Building Information
  • Address: 2620 Russell Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411.
  • Approximately 12 classrooms, cafeteria, gym, and 3 shared spaces. Two floors of hallways.
  • Typical occupancy: ~150 students, ~18 staff.
  • Walk‑throughs of the facility can be scheduled prior to proposal submission; please contact Mary Wenstrom to arrange a visit.

• Fully licensed and insured to operate in the state of Minnesota.
• General liability insurance with minimums acceptable to the school; proof of workers’ compensation coverage.
• All cleaning staff must pass background checks and be authorized to work in school buildings.
• All staff working in the building must comply with applicable school safety, visitor, and reporting protocols.
• Provider must adhere to OSHA standards and all applicable safety and health regulations.
• Strong communication protocols for issues, schedule changes, missed services, and emergencies.
• Ability to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments around school events, breaks, and holidays.

• Company profile and experience cleaning schools, charter schools, or comparable facilities.
• Description of cleaning protocols, products used, and quality‑control practices.
• Staffing plan: number of cleaners per shift, supervisor structure, and approach to staff continuity.
• Pricing structure (monthly flat rate, hourly rate, additional/deep‑cleaning rates, supply pricing if applicable).
• Sample contract or service agreement.
• References from other school or institutional clients (preferably charter, alternative, or K–12 schools).
• Proof of insurance, licensing, and compliance with Minnesota regulations.
• Background‑check policy for cleaning staff.

• Proposals due:
  June 12, 2026.
• Final decision communicated:
  June 30, 2026.
• Services begin:
  August 2026.

Please submit proposals electronically to Mary Wenstrom, Executive Director, at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). no later than June 12, 2026. Questions about this RFP, as well as requests for a building walk‑through, may be directed to the same address.

Exploration High School reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive any in formalities, and to negotiate with any qualified respondent in the best interests of the school and its students.