Shenandoah Valley Social Services - Janitorial Cleaning

Background
The County of Augusta, Virginia, on behalf of Shenandoah Valley Social Services, is seeking sealed bids from qualified firms or individuals to provide janitorial services at the Shenandoah Valley Social Services Building located at 68 Dick Huff Lane, Verona, VA 24482. The goal of this contract is to ensure a clean and sanitary environment for the facility, which serves the community.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, and supplies necessary to maintain janitorial services for approximately 13,482 square feet. Specific cleaning responsibilities include:

- Daily Cleaning:
- Vacuuming carpets in all areas including hallways and conference rooms.
- Sweeping and mopping hard surface floors in restrooms.
- Disinfecting horizontal surfaces.
- Emptying wastepaper baskets.
- Cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms.
- Checking and refilling paper dispensers.
- Cleaning glass on entrance doorways.
- Turning off lights after servicing.
- Keeping janitor’s closet orderly.

- Weekly Cleaning:
- Sweeping and damp mopping kitchen floors.
- Spot cleaning interior partition glass.
- Cleaning water fountains.
- Emptying cigarette disposal containers.

The contractor must also provide a detailed work schedule within ten days of the contract start date and respond to emergency requests within 45 minutes.

Period of Performance
The contract will have an initial term of one year with the option to renew for four additional one-year terms upon mutual agreement.

Place of Performance
Janitorial services will be performed at the Shenandoah Valley Social Services Building located at 68 Dick Huff Lane, Verona, VA 24482.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have at least five years of experience in providing similar services. They are required to submit references for three facilities serviced in the past. A valid Augusta County Business License must be provided prior to contract award. The contractor must ensure that all employees meet specific qualifications including background checks and training in safety protocols.