Floor Stripping and Waxing Services

Location:	Mississippi
Posted:	Apr 20, 2026
Due:	Apr 24, 2026
Agency:	State Government of Mississippi
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	S - Utilities and Training Services
Solicitation No:	229-20260401111826 JCSD
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Jackson County School District

4700 Colonel Vickrey Rd.

Vancleave, MS 39565

Request for Proposal (RFP): Floor Stripping and Waxing Services

Issue Date: March 26, 2026

Proposal Due Date: April 24, 2026

I. Introduction

The Jackson County School District (JCSD) in South Mississippi is seeking proposals from

qualified contractors to perform floor stripping and waxing services at the following schools.

Addresses for each school have been verified from their official websites.

Vancleave Campus

Addresses for the Vancleave schools are as follows:

1. Vancleave High School

Address: 12424 MS-57, Vancleave, MS 39565

2. Vancleave Middle School

Address: 4725 Bulldog Lane, Vancleave, MS 39565

3. Vancleave Upper Elementary

Address: 13901 MS-57, Vancleave, MS 39565

4. Vancleave Lower Elementary

Address: 12602 MS-57, Vancleave, MS 39565

5. Jackson County Technology Center

Address: 12425 MS-57, Vancleave, MS 39565

East Central Campus (located in Moss Point)

1. East Central High School

Address: 21700 Slider Rd., Moss Point, MS 39562

2. East Central Middle School

Address: 5404 Hurley-Wade Rd., Moss Point, MS 39562

3. East Central Upper Elementary

Address: 5400 Hurley-Wade Rd., Moss Point, MS 39562

4. East Central Lower Elementary

Address: 5621 Hwy 614, Moss Point, MS 39562

II. Scope of Work

The awarded contractor will be responsible for the complete floor stripping and waxing process at all

designated areas. This includes:

● Floor Preparation:

● Emptying the rooms completely to the hall, including the removal and proper storage of

all furniture and movable items.

● Stripping the existing wax coatings and thoroughly cleaning all designated floor areas

within the rooms.

● Wax Application – Rooms:

● Applying five (5) coats of wax to the prepared floors in the rooms, ensuring that each

coat is applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and allowed to dry

fully before applying the next.

● Furniture Restoration and Hallway Work:

● After completion of the room floor work, the contractor will move the furniture and other

items back into the respective rooms.

● Once the furniture is returned, the contractor will then strip and wax the hallways,

applying five (5) coats of wax as described above.

Note: While JCSD will provide all necessary consumables for the project, the responsibility for

preparing the spaces (i.e., emptying rooms) and restoring them post-work rests solely with the awarded

vendor.

III. Contractor Responsibilities

The selected contractor must:

● Site Coordination:

● Contact the Facilities Manager- Duane Jones to schedule a site visit for accurate

measurement and assessment of the floor areas.

● Walkthroughs for East Central Schools will be conducted April 13, 2026 from 8 am to

11am and for Vancleave Schools from 12pm to 3pm.

● Project Planning and Execution:

● Develop and execute a detailed project plan that includes:

● Scheduling the emptying of the rooms to the hall.

● Stripping and waxing all designated floor areas (both in classrooms and

hallways).

● Safely storing and later returning all furniture and movable items to their original

locations.

● Provide all labor, equipment, and expertise required to complete the work in compliance

with applicable safety and quality standards.

● Ensure that waste materials and removed wax are properly disposed of in accordance

with local regulations.

IV. Proposal Submission Requirements

Interested contractors must submit a comprehensive proposal that includes:

1. Company Information:

● Legal name and contact details.

● A brief history and relevant experience in similar projects.

2. Project Approach:

● Detailed methodology for executing the floor stripping, waxing, and furniture

management processes.

● A proposed timeline for completion at each facility, including the steps for emptying and

restoring the spaces.

3. Pricing:

● An itemized cost breakdown (labor, equipment usage, and any additional expenses).

● Confirmation that consumables will not be billed to the district, as they are provided by

JCSD.

4. Comparable Project References:

Contractors must provide at least three (3) references for projects that are comparable in scope

and size with respect to total square footage, geographic area, and number of buildings. For each

reference, include:

● Project name and location.

● Total square footage of the project.

● Number and type of buildings involved.

● A brief description of the work performed (e.g., floor stripping and waxing, including

details on the wax coats applied and handling of furniture or similar assets).

● Contact information for a project manager or client who can verify the project details and

contractor’s performance.

5. Insurance and Licenses:

● Proof of all relevant licenses and current insurance coverage.

V. Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

● Experience and qualifications in executing similar projects.

● Clarity and thoroughness of the proposed methodology and project plan, particularly in

managing the emptying and restoration of rooms.

● Competitiveness and transparency of the pricing structure.

● Quality and relevance of the references and past performance on comparable projects.

VI. Additional Information

● The Jackson County School District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

● Late submissions will not be considered.

● For any questions or clarifications regarding this RFP, please contact Duane Jones via

Email: djj576@jcsd.ms or Phone: 228-282-5876

VII. Submission Instructions

Proposals must be received no later than 10:00 AM on April 24, 2026. All proposals should be sent to:

Jackson County School District

Attn: Amber Geiser

4700 Colonel Vickrey Rd.

Vancleave, MS 39565

Email: agj4031@jcsd.ms Phone: 228-826-0136

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Smart Number	229-20260401111826 JCSD	Advertised Date	04/20/2026 5:00 PM
RFx #	3170035550	Submission Date	04/24/2026 12:00 AM
RFx Status	Open	Major Procurement Category	PERSONNEL SERVICES NON-IT
RFx Opening Date	N/A	Sub Procurement Category	CONSTRUCTION - SERVICES
RFx Type	MDA - RFx
Agency	MPTAP
RFx Description	The Jackson County School District (JCSD) in South Mississippi is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to perform floor stripping and waxing services at the following schools. Addresses for each school have been verified from their official websit

PRODUCT CATEGORY	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
48504	Applicators, Floor

Floor Stripping and Waxing Services

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