Two firms have been providing most custodial services in Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) School District buildings for the past several years, but the school board Wednesday night voted to conduct a Request for Proposals (RFP) in order to determine what options are available.

Two private companies handle the custodial duties for HSE School buildings.  Those firms are ABM & EMS.  Administrators told board members both companies want to continue their long relationship with HSE, but both companies also warn the contract will cost more due to the demand for workers.

The board was presented with three options by the administration….continue with the two companies to provide most custodial services, bring all custodians in as HSE District employees or use an RFP to solicit proposals.  The board voted to accept proposals, but could opt for another choice once the proposals are in.

Some HSE custodians and custodial supervisors are currently HSE employees.

The school district will advertise for proposals in April, with the paperwork due by May 16.  It is anticipated a contract will be awarded to one or more firms by June 8, with the new contract(s) effective July 1 of this year, assuming the board approves one or more contract bids..