Cleaning & Waste Removal Services Mt Molloy and Julatten surrounding areas

Closes in 7 daysClose date: 1 September 2026

About this tender

Overview Mareeba Shire Council invites quotations from suitably qualified respondents for cleaning services and waste removal for the townships of Mt Molloy, Julatten and surrounding areas. Scope The scope of works sets out the requirements and standards for the cleaning, waste removal and general maintenance services contract, to be performed in accordance with the schedule of work below. The scope includes: Cleaning of buildings and verandas, including removal of cobwebs and insect habitats from ceilings and roof areas, vacuuming, mopping or hosing of floors and entrances, spot cleaning of windows, walls, doors, signage, cupboards and light fittings, removal of wastepaper and litter, relining of bins, and removal of minor graffiti or vandalism (with reporting to Council where it cannot be removed by usual cleaning methods) Maintenance cleaning of buildings, including hand washing and wiping of internal walls, windows, doors, floors and ceilings, pressure washing of external walls, windows, doors, verandas, fascias, gutters and roof areas to remove mould and dirt build-up, removal of debris from gutters, and gurney cleaning of concrete footpaths around buildings Toilet cleaning and maintenance, including disinfecting and thorough cleaning of toilets and showers, de-liming of cisterns, removal of cobwebs and insect habitats, blowing pathways clear leading to toilets, cleaning and drying of wet area benchtops, vacuuming, mopping or hosing of floors and entrances, emptying and relining of bins, spot cleaning of windows, walls, doors, signage, cupboards and light fittings, restocking of consumables, and removal of minor graffiti or vandalism (with reporting to Council where it cannot be removed by usual cleaning methods) Fortnightly shower cleaning at Geraghty Park, including removal of soap scum and mould, wiping down of sinks and mirrors, cleaning and mopping of floors, and removal of cobwebs Maintenance cleaning of shower facilities, including washing of internal walls, windows, doors, floors, ceilings and other internal surfaces to remove dirt, mould and marks, pressure washing of external walls, windows, doors, verandas, fascias, gutters and roof areas, de-scaling of urinals where applicable, and removal of debris from gutters Removal of waste and rubbish from provided containers, facilities and the surrounding area, and transport of the waste to the nearest Council refuse transfer station Roadside services, including mowing and whipper snipping of grass, emptying of waste bins, picking up rubbish from the ground in surrounding areas, removal of graffiti or vandalism, and reporting of major graffiti, vandalism or other major issues Council will supply the following consumables: toilet paper, paper towels (where required), liquid soap (where required) and garbage bin liners. Contractor Requirements Provide a suitable vehicle and all necessary equipment to carry out the duties outlined in the contract Submit current vehicle registration and insurance documentation to Council annually for the duration of the contract Supply all tools, equipment, products and materials required to perform the cleaning services outlined in the contract Arrange any replacement staff and/or equipment required due to absences, leave or other unavailability throughout the contract period, with all associated costs borne by the Contractor and deemed included in the quoted price Contract Terms and Conditions The contract will be for a period of two (2) years, commencing on the date specified in Council's acceptance correspondence At Council's sole discretion, the contract may be extended for one (1) additional year, subject to the Contractor's satisfactory performance

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