Cleaning services for Council facilities
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Blacktown City Council is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced persons, firms or entities to provide cleaning services for Council facilities on a regular and as-needed basis. Objectives Council requires that cleaning services contribute to premises that are fit for purpose and achieve the following desired outcomes: Provide clean, hygienic and well-presented facilities that enhance the appearance, functionality and longevity of Council assets Maintain facilities to an appropriate standard that supports the preservation and ongoing performance of Council's assets Create and maintain a cleaner, safer and healthier environment for staff, visitors, contractors and the wider community Support a positive user experience by ensuring facilities are consistently clean, accessible and suitable for their intended use Reduce the risk of health, safety and hygiene-related issues through effective and proactive cleaning practices Scope The scope includes: Regular cleaning of Council facilities and ad-hoc cleaning on an as-required basis General cleaning requirements for all regular cleaning Periodic deep cleaning Additional cleaning services for facilities including libraries, Kids Early Learning (KEL) centres, community hubs, neighbourhood centres, Sargents centre, youth centres, administrative buildings and amenities Delivery of cleaning services in accordance with the detailed tasks set out in Annexure B.2 Cleaning Scope Schedule Delivery of services during the operation days and hours specified for each site in Annexure B.1 Site Specific Requirements Further detail is provided in the RFT package. Contractor Requirements Provide the necessary experience, advice, expertise, resources and skills to ensure the services are performed efficiently Deliver quality services that meet or exceed recognised best practice quality standards within the cleaning industry Complete all services and work requirements within the timeframes and rates specified in the Contract or Work Order Perform services in a professional, courteous and respectful manner, including towards all building occupants and visitors Undertake services in an environmentally responsible manner, including appropriate waste disposal Comply with all applicable work health and safety legislation, regulations, codes of practice, contractual requirements and Council policies, and always maintain a safe system of work Enquiries Primary contact: Anku.Chapagain@blacktown.nsw.gov.au
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