Description
The City of Alexandria seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive janitorial services for its Zoological Park, covering daily restroom cleaning, weekly building upkeep, and periodic deep‑cleaning tasks using veterinarian‑approved chemicals. The contractor must supply all labor, equipment, and supplies (except paper products) and adhere to strict utility‑conservation, security, and waste‑management procedures. An on‑site inspection is required prior to bid submission, and the contract includes a base year with two optional renewal years.
• Scope: Daily cleaning of three public restrooms, weekly cleaning of administration, education, keeper breakroom, locker rooms, and periodic carpet shampoo and hard‑surface stripping/re‑waxing.
• Requirements: Minimum three years custodial experience, three references, insurance (general liability $1M, auto $2M, workers’ comp), possible $5,000 Janitorial Bond, and compliance with AFEAT diversity goals.
• Timeline: Specifications prepared Aug 7 2026, bid deadline Sep 16 2026, contract start Oct 2026 for a 12‑month base period with two 1‑year options.