Janitorial Services Government Contracts in New York
Government janitorial contracts cover routine custodial work in federal buildings, courthouses, military installations, schools, and state facilities. Most solicitations are firm-fixed-price, awarded under NAICS 561720, and frequently set aside for small businesses — including 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB firms. Agencies care most about staffing reliability, quality control, and your ability to pass background checks for building access.
Selling to government in New York
New York advertises state work in the Contract Reporter and runs a 30% MWBE participation goal — among the highest in the nation. Federal buyers include Fort Drum, West Point, and large federal civilian offices in NYC.
New York State Contract Reporter — New York's procurement portalJanitorial Services contract awards in New York
Since Oct 2024, federal agencies recorded 254 federal janitorial services contracts performed in New York, obligating $174.9M. The largest buyer was the General Services Administration ($91.2M).
Top buying agencies
- 1. General Services Administration$91.2M
- 2. Department of Defense$40.8M
- 3. Department of Transportation$9.6M
- 4. Social Security Administration$8.2M
- 5. Department of the Interior$7.3M
Recent awards
- Fora Pathways, INC.$1.8MPublic Buildings Service · 2026-10-01
Follow-on year 4 custodial and related services at the james t. foley us courthouse and leo w. o'brien federal building in albany, ny
- C Clean Corp$39KIndian Health Service · 2026-10-01
Janitorial services for the lockport service unit
- Agricultural Research Service · 2026-09-28
Contractor to provide janitorial services twice a week at geneva's 3 locations (81 collier dr, mccarthy & wellington farms).
- Public Buildings Service · 2026-09-22
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- Public Buildings Service · 2026-09-18
Overtime cleaning services for state department at 201 varick street, ny
- Public Buildings Service · 2026-09-18
The work encompasses the cleaning, polishing, and lacquer application for all designated stainless steel at 26 federal plaza in new york…
Source: USASpending.gov contract award data, refreshed weekly.Search awards
Requirements to expect
- Performance Work Statement (PWS) compliance — cleaning frequencies by room type, often specified per square foot
- Quality Control Plan (QCP) aligned to the agency's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)
- Staff background checks / suitability determinations for facility access badges
- Green cleaning standards (often CIMS-GB or EPA Safer Choice products)
- OSHA-compliant safety program and SDS sheets for all chemicals
- Liability insurance, typically $1M per occurrence, and workers' compensation
The full documents list and proposal checklist are in the Janitorial Services government contracts guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the federal government spend on janitorial services in New York?
Since Oct 2024, agencies obligated $174.9M across 254 janitorial services contracts performed in New York (NAICS 561720), an average of $688K per award. The General Services Administration is the largest buyer.
Where are janitorial services bids posted in New York?
Federal opportunities performed in New York are posted on SAM.gov (filter by place of performance). State-level work is posted on New York State Contract Reporter, and counties, cities, and school districts run their own portals — register with the largest ones in your service area.
Do I need to register with the state of New York to bid?
For New York state agency contracts, yes — register as a vendor on New York State Contract Reporter. Federal contracts performed in New York only require SAM.gov registration, though state small-business certifications can still help with subcontracting.
Do I need past government experience to win janitorial contracts?
No. Agencies accept relevant commercial past performance — large office buildings, hospitals, and schools all count. Strong references with measurable quality records can outweigh missing federal experience, especially on small business set-asides.
What is the Service Contract Act and does it apply?
The SCA (now SCLS) requires paying federally-determined minimum wages and benefits to service employees on most federal contracts over $2,500. The wage determination is attached to the solicitation — price your labor from it, not from local market rates.