TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM
Amite, Louisiana
 
 
 
BID 2024-09
 
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES
 
TO BE OPENED:  2:30 P.M., Thursday, March 28, 2024
 
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS AND BID FORM 
 
 
The Tangipahoa Parish School System will accept sealed bids for Janitorial Supplies at its office, 59656 Puleston Road, Amite, Louisiana or on-line at www.centralauctionhouse.com for a fee paid to the website up until the above stated time.
 
The Tangipahoa Parish School System reserves the right to reject any and all bids, adjust quantities by increasing or decreasing, and to waive any and all informalities.
 
Bids are to be submitted on the bid form furnished by the School System. Prices should be typed in on the bid form.  All bids must be firm prices, free of any escalator clauses.
 
Bids not submitted on-line shall be sealed and mailed Special Delivery, Certified, Return Receipt, or Hand Delivered to the Tangipahoa Parish School System Office, 59656 Puleston Road, Amite, Louisiana, 70422, Attn: Purchasing Department, and a receipt obtained. UPS, DHL and Federal Express are acceptable means of delivery. Any bid mailed that is not certified shall be returned to vendor unopened. Please indicate, “Bid 2024-9 Janitorial Supplies” on your bid envelope.
 
All prices shall include delivery to the Tangipahoa Parish School System Warehouse, 59660 Puleston Road, Amite, Louisiana, 70422.
 
Taxes shall not be included. Act 1029 of 1991 exempts the System and the schools from any Sales and Use Taxes.
 
Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions, produced, manufactured or grown in Louisiana, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside the state. Please note in your bid if you are claiming preference on an item.
 
GENERAL CONDITIONS
          
           Submittal of bid constitutes a complete understanding of all requirements and compliance.
 
Bids should be typed. An Excel file is available with this bid to enable bidders to easily enter bid prices, which can then be printed. Price quotes per item should be based upon the Unit of Measure indicated on the bid form (each, per gallon, per container, per pair, etc.)
 
Contract prices will be guaranteed for one (1) year from date of contract award, in the event additional purchases are needed. The successful vendor has the option to renew the bid item(s) for one year if agreed upon by the Tangipahoa Parish School System and vendor.
 
Awards will be made based on the lowest price per item that meets Tangipahoa Parish School System’s specifications.
 
Forty Material Safety Data booklets containing a MSDS for each item specified must be submitted for distribution along with the arrival of the initial order.
 
Reference to specifications and standards as stated herein shall be to the latest issue in effect on the date of the bid.
 
At the option of the buyer, the bidder will be required to furnish samples as requested.
 
Failure on the part of the bidder to comply with any and all requirements and conditions of these specifications may result in rejection of the bid.
 
The intent of these specifications is to obtain the best quality products available. No exceptions or deviations from the requirements will be considered unless specifically stated by the bidder as an exception, with a statement defining the exception(s) and the reason(s) why these exceptions will not prevent the product from performing satisfactorily.
 
If no exceptions or deviations are shown, the bidder agrees to furnish materials exactly as specified herein. The burden of proof and cost of compliance with these specifications will be the responsibility of the vendor. Tangipahoa Parish School System reserves the right to reject any claims for exception or deviations of these specifications.
 
SHIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
 
Initial shipments must not arrive prior to April 17, 2024 and not later than May 28, 2024, to the Tangipahoa Parish School System Warehouse.
 
Shipments must be received in an orderly, stacked fashion on pallets to allow easy access for unloading (if applicable).
 
Quantities are to be determined by the Tangipahoa Parish School System Purchasing Department.
 
The successful vendors will ship to the Tangipahoa Parish School System Warehouse. The school board will be responsible for delivering materials to the schools.
 
The entire initial amount ordered must be received. No backorder or partial shipment will be allowed outside of the specified date.
 
If the complete initial order is not received by May 28, 2024 the order will be voided and Tangipahoa Parish School System will purchase materials to replace those rejected at the market price and the difference will be charged against the bidder.
 
Individual containers must be labeled showing the name of the manufacturer, brand name, and name of product, quantity of contents and complete directions for use.
 
Labels and labeling shall conform to all federal regulatory requirements for goods in interstate commerce and containers shall meet DOT requirements.
 
 
ITEMIZED SPECIFICATIONS
 
Item #1- Bowl Cleaner  (SDS Required)
 
A thickened viscous detergent—based disinfectant bactericide cleanser that disinfects and removes organic, rust build-ups, grease, and oil and soap scum. Ph less than one. 8% hydrogen chloride. Consistency of compound should be similar to motor oil. Ready to use. 12 quarts per case.
 
Item #2 – Vandal Mark & Graffiti Remover  (SDS Required)
 
                    A fast acting, water emulsifiable vandal mark and graffiti remover.  Sprays as a gel that clings to vertical surfaces without running.  Deep penetrating action brings the substance to the surface for easy removal without grinding, sanding, soaking or heating.  Non-corrosive to substrate. For removal of inks, crayons, paint and lipsticks from brick, restroom partitions, concrete, wood, and ceramic tile.
 
Item #3 - Baseboard Cleaner (SDS Required)
 
Heavy-duty thickened cleaner for penetrating and removing wax, floor finish and dirt build-up from baseboards, corners, ceramic tile, etc. This product shall be packaged in aerosol cans.  The active ingredients shall be ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, iso butane/propane, 2-hydroxy ethylamine. The Ph shall be 11.0 – 11.4. The product should be a light viscous foam, 4.5 inch wide spray pattern @ 6”, 1100 cps viscosity, 23 ounces expelled, 8.4 16/gallon, non flammable, hydrocarbon propellant.
 
Item #4 — Granule (not powder) Absorbent (SDS Required)
 
Granule (not powder) absorbent for use in cleaning spills. Granules shall have fragrance, congeal on all types of liquids for hard surfaces and carpet. Granules may be packaged in bags. Granules must be able to pick up a minimum of 70 times or greater its own weight. 16 ounce bag.
 
Item #5 - Lobby Pan
 
A Continental # 812 (plastic) or equal
39-½ inch aluminum handle, 12” x 11” pan, self-closing.

Item #7 — Spray Bottles
 
Spray Bottles with Spray Maker
 
1)    32 oz., high-density polyethylene. Graduation scale in ounces must be on side. Spray maker must be able to spray at least 8.5 grams of water within 10 strokes of the trigger.
 
2)    Spray maker only to fit the 32 oz. spray bottle.
 
Item #8 — Rubber Gloves
 
Heavy Duty Industrial PVC Work Gloves, 15 mil thickness minimum, 100% latex free, 12” Gauntlet.
 
Size:     Large, Medium, and Small
Item #9 — Disposable Gloves – NITRILE
 
5 Mil Thickness, 9 1/4” Length, 100-Powder Free Gloves Per Package, Blue, Size: Small, medium, large, extra large.
Item #10 — Safety Goggles
 
Soft Frame Goggles, high—impact, ant scratch polycarbonate lens, deep well—proportioned frame. Meet ANSI Z87.l—1989 Standard.
Item #11 — Scouring Hand Pads
 
3M Scotchbrite #96, Green  12 Pads/Box
 
Item #12 – Doodle Bug Holders and Handles 
         3M Brand or Equal – Handles must be same brand as holders
 
Item # 13 – Doodle Bug Pads 
         3M Hi-Pro Stripping Pad only   10 Pads/Box

Item #14 — Scrapers
 
48” long, aluminum handle, 4” wide razor—type blade
Item #15— Scraper Blades
          
10 blades per pack for 4 foot scraper
 
Item #16 — Wet Mop Handles
            
Stallion #975—60, Fiberglass
 
Item #17 - Wet Mop Heads
 
Wilen General Maintenance Mops #722—07 or equal. Size Medium
         Blended cotton/synthetic yarn, Looped ends. Colors to be required: orange, green,  blue. No alternative colors. Vendor must provide all three colors.
 
Item #18A-- Wet Mop Heads
 
 Size Medium
          Blended cotton/synthetic yarn, Looped ends.  Color YELLOW
 
 
Item #19 — Finish Mops
 
Wilen Finish Mops #744-02 or equal.  Size Medium
Rayon blend, Looped end and tail bands, 1 ¼ “ headband.
Color: Blue candy stripe only
Item #20 - Bowl Mops
 
Cotton Bowl Mops
Item # 21 – Floor Pads (alternates will not be accepted unless proven equal) 
3m pads only except for 16, 17 and 18-Burnish Pads
           
                 A. 175 RPM to 600-RPM pads:
  3M 20” Black Hi-Pro Stripping Pads
  3M 20” Red Buffing Pads
  3M 20” Blue Scrub Pads
  3M 20” White Polishing Pads
 
      B. Ultra Hi Speed Floor Pads (1000 RPM to 3000 RPM)
 
3M  20” Aqua Burnish Pad 
3M  20” Natural Blend, Tan Pad 
3M  20” Eraser Pad, Pink 
3M 20” Top Line Speed Burnish Pad, Peach 
3M  20” Natural Blend White Pad

 
Item # 22– Lint Free Mop Heads 
Cello Champ, Relintless or Wilen Brands acceptable
Size - Medium
Color - White or Red only
 
Item #23 – Liquid Concentrate Defoamer 
(MSDS Required) for use in auto scrubbers and extraction machines to knock down foam in recovery tanks.  Dilution rate 1:128.  PH 5.0 – 7.0
 
Item #24 – Mop Bucket and Wringer Combo 
Side press wringer; 35-quart size
 
Item #25 – Wet Floor Signs                       
25-inch height
 
 
Item #26- Floor Mats 
Color: grey; Outdoor 3m Nomad Extra Duty Scraper Matting 8100 Unbacked 3 x 5 and 4 x 6; Indoor 3m Enhance Matting 8850 3 x 5 and 4 x 6
                        3M only
                                               
            Item #28 – Bowl Brushes
 
                        Cotton bowl brush, plastic handle, brush face 5 x 4 ½, 19” overall length
           
            Item #29 – Angled Broom
 
1" diameter handle. Flagged, acid resistant polypropylene fill bristles. 13" weeping surface, handle 42" to 49" long
 
Item #30 – Stripping Boots Kit: 1 pair of protective shoes & 2 pairs of replacement soles
A.)  Medium/Large (7 ½ - 9)
B.)  Large/X-Large (9 ½ - 11)
C.)  XX-Large  (11 ½ - 13)
 
            Item #31 – Replacement Soles Kit for stripping boots: 3 pairs per kit
           
A.)  Medium/Large (7 ½ - 9)
B.)  Large/X-Large (9 ½ - 11)
C.)  XX-Large  (11 ½ - 13)
 
            Item #32 – Stripping Brush
 
                        Nylo Grit 20” brush
 
            Item #33 – Foam Rubber Squeegee
 
                                     A.)  18”
                                     B.)  24”
 
            Item #34 – Lobby Broom (Rubbermaid)
 
                        Plastic-Trim Length 7, Sweep Face 7 1/8.
 
            Item #35 – Window Squeegee
 
                                      A.)  Auto Squeegee   8” (AUSQO)
                                      B.)  Standard brush   8” Hardwood               
                                      C.)  Tapered Handle  2 ½ trim length
                                      D.)  Pro stainless steel squeegee – 12” (PR300)
                                      E.)  2 Section Poles – 8’ (EP080)
 
 
            Item #36 – Overhead Duster
 
                                      A.) 51” Hi-Duster w/angled head (Rubbermaid model T120)
                                      B.) Refill – Hi-Duster Heads
 
                       
            Item #37 – Threaded Metal Tip/Hardwood Handle
 
                        Length 5’; Dia. 15/16; Tip Dim. .7 width x 1 length
                                                           
            Item #38 – Janitorial Cart
 
    Rubbermaid Janitor Cart 6173-BK w/Zippered Yellow Vinyl Bag
                       
            Item #39– Janitorial Cart Bags
 
    Rubbermaid Vinyl Replacement Bag for Janitor Cart 6183
                                       
            Item #40 – Master Padlocks w/Keys for Toilet Paper Dispensers
                      
            Royce Rolls RR-TP-LOCK
 
            Item # 41 – Heavy Duty Pumie Scouring Stick (12 in a pack)
 
            Item # 42 – Disinfectant Deodorant Spray
 
                           Steriphene II
 
            Item # 43 –  Brown Paper Roll Towels
 
                           Uline, 8” x 350’, 350 sheets per roll, 12 rolls per case
            
            Item # 44 – Toilet Tissue –
 
1 ply, 1000 sheets per roll, 96 rolls per case
                        1-Ply Tissue  96/1000
   
            Item #45-  9” Jumbo roll Toilet Tissue
   
            Item # 46-  Urinal Screens
 
            Item # 47 Doddle pad KITS
 
 
 
 
 
MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS
 
Descriptive literature must be included with bid if other than specified brands/models, which are listed solely to give quality standards. Refer to above specifications. Failure to comply may result in rejection of the bid.
 
Orders for items listed may be purchased at various times during the specified one year bid period. Some items listed may not be purchased at all during the one year bid period.