27-201 Janitorial Services for Eisenhower and Facilities and Maintenance Buildings

The City of Augusta is soliciting professional janitorial services for the Utilities Department across five specific locations, including Construction and Maintenance offices, Facilities and Maintenance common areas, and Fort Eisenhower sites. The contract is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2027, for a base term of one year with four optional one-year extensions. Awards will be made on a lump sum basis per location, and vendors may bid on individual or multiple sites. The scope of work includes daily trash removal, dusting, vacuuming, and mopping, with periodic carpet cleaning performed on Saturdays. While the city provides trash liners, paper products, and hand soaps, the contractor must provide all other necessary equipment, machinery, and cleaning materials. Proposals are due by September 3, 2026, and must be submitted physically or via USB, as email submissions are not accepted. Evaluation is based on a weighted system focusing on qualifications, experience, organization, and approach, with price serving as a non-weighted ranking factor rather than the primary driver for the award. Successful vendors must adhere to strict compliance requirements, including Georgia E-Verify registration, comprehensive liability and workman's compensation insurance, and specific security protocols for Fort Eisenhower locations. Payment is processed monthly, provided services meet the required schedules and invoices are submitted within ninety days of service.