Centre for Atmospheric Research Experiments (CARE) Janitorial Contract

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is soliciting bids for a janitorial services contract at its Centre for Atmospheric Research Experiments (CARE) facility in Essa Township, Ontario. The contract term runs from the award date through March 31, 2030, with services to be delivered five days per week, Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 22:00 hours. The contractor is required to provide trained personnel for routine cleaning and scheduled major cleaning projects, ensuring that the work does not disrupt tenant operations. Daily cleaning tasks are expected to require a minimum of five hours of labor. The comprehensive scope includes adherence to strict cleaning quality standards, submission of daily time sheets, reporting of damages or maintenance issues, and compliance with security protocols due to the facility's controlled access environment. The contract is structured under professional services conditions defined by PSPC/PWGSC standards and includes clauses addressing security clearances, conflict of interest, insurance, and adherence to Canadian laws and environmental regulations such as the use of green cleaning products. The contractor and personnel must comply with restrictions concerning access to protected or classified materials and required reliability status security clearances. The award will be determined on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, requiring bidders to meet mandatory technical and financial criteria. The estimated maximum contract value is $150,000, exclusive of applicable taxes. Payments are contingent upon monthly invoicing and acceptance of work by ECCC officials, with oversight provided by a designated contracting authority based in Burlington, Ontario. Contract administration, submission protocols, and mandatory certifications are clearly specified, emphasizing transparency, security, and operational compatibility with existing site activities.