Contract for Janitorial Services – ITT 2026-05

The Greater Victoria Public Library (GVPL) is soliciting proposals for comprehensive janitorial services across 12 locations in the Greater Victoria area, including the Central, Juan de Fuca, Nellie McClung Express, Oak Bay, and Saanich Centennial Goudy branches. The contract is scheduled to commence on February 1, 2027, with a scope of work encompassing routine daily and weekly cleaning, specialized floor maintenance requiring a minimum of five coats of finish, and strict adherence to cleanliness standards where surfaces must remain soil and residue free. Performance will be monitored by the Coordinator of Facilities using specific inspection standards, and the library reserves the right to employ third-party audits to verify compliance. Interested proponents must submit their proposals in English by December 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST via BC Bid, email, or physical mail. Mandatory requirements for consideration include attendance at a site visit, submission of a Confirmation Form by December 1, 2026, and the provision of a Quote Form, Pricing Form, and Reference Form detailing three similar projects from the last five years. The evaluation process is a two-stage system where the lowest bid is not guaranteed selection. Key contractual obligations include indemnity for the library, compliance with WCB Industrial Health and Safety Regulations, and the submission of monthly summary reports detailing work completed and corrective actions taken.