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CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
CALL FOR BIDS
JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR
BOZEMAN CITY HALL COMPLEX, PUBLIC LIBRARY,
PROFESSIONAL BUILDING, and SHOP COMPLEX
Sealed bids will be received by the Clerk of the Commission of the City of
Bozeman, Montana, at her office in the Municipal Building, 411 East Main Street,
Bozeman, Montana, until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, 2003, at which time the bids
will be publicly opened and read, for the furnishing of janitorial services for Bozeman City
Hall Complex, Public Library, Professional Building, and Shop Complex for the period July
1,2005 through June 30,2007.
Full and detailed specifications on the services to be furnished may be obtained at
the office of the Clerk of the Commission, City Hall, 411 East Main Street, Bozeman,
Montana 59771-0640, telephone number (406) 582-2320.
The City of Bozeman reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any
informality in the bids received.
DATED at Bozeman, Montana, this 19th day of May 2005.
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R IN L. SULLIVAN
Clerk of the Commission
Legal Ad
Publish:
Sunday,May22,2005
Sunday, May29,2005
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INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS
BIDS will be received by THE CITY OF BOZEMAN (herein called the "Owner"), at
411 East Main Street, Bozeman, Montana, until 2 o'clock p.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2005,
and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
Each BID must be submitted in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Clerk of the
Commission at 411 East Main Street, P. O. Box 1230, Bozeman, MT 59771-1230. Each
sealed envelope containing a BID must be plainly marked on the outside as BID for
Janitorial Services, and the envelope should bear on the outside the name of the
BIDDER, his address and his license number if applicable. If forwarded by mail, the
sealed envelope containing the BID must be enclosed in another envelope addressed to
the Clerk of the Commission, City of Bozeman at 411 East Main Street, P. O. Box 1230,
Bozeman, MT 59771-1230.
All BIDS must be made on the required BID form. All blank spaces for BID prices
must be filled in, in ink or typewritten, and the BID form must be fully completed and
executed when submitted. Only one copy of the BID form is required.
The OWNER may waive any informalities or minor defects or reject any and all
BIDS. Any BID may be withdrawn prior to the above scheduled time for the opening of
BIDS or authorized postponement thereof. Any BID received after the time and date
specified shall not be considered. No BIDDER may withdraw a BID within thirty (30) days
after the actual date of the opening thereof. Should there be reasons why the contract
cannot be awarded within the specified period, the time may be extended by mutual
agreement between the OWNER and the BIDDER.
The Bid documents contain specifications of the equipment to be furnished.
Information obtained from an officer, agent, or employee of the OWNER or any other
person shall not affect the risks or obligations assumed by the BIDDER or relieve him
from fulfilling any of the conditions of the agreement.
Each BID must be accompanied by either (1) lawful money of the United States;
(2) cashier's check, certified check, bank money order, or bank draft, in any case drawn
and issued by a National Banking Association located in the State of Montana; or by any
banking corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Montana; or (3) a bid
bond or bond executed by a Surety Company authorized to do business in the State of
Montana, and made payable to the City of Bozeman, Montana, in the amount of ten
percent (10%) of the bid. Such check shall be given as a guarantee that the bidder will
execute the agreement included in these documents after notification of the award to the
bidder, and if the bidder fails to do so, the security so deposited shall be forfeited as
provided in the Montana Code Annotated, Section 18-1-201, et seq.
As soon as the bid prices have been compared, the Owner will return the bonds of
all except the three lowest responsible bidders. When the Agreement is executed, the
remaining bonds will be returned. A certified check may be used in lieu of a bid bond.
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Attorneys-in-fact who sign bid bonds must file with each bond a certified and
effective dated copy of their power of attorney.
The party to whom award is made will be required to execute the agreement within
ten (10) calendar days from the date when notice of award is delivered to the bidder. The
notice of award shall be accompanied by the necessary agreement. In case of failure of
the bidder to execute the agreement, the Owner may at their option consider the bidder in
default, in which case the bid bond accompanying the proposal shall become the property
of the Owner.
The Owner within ten (10) days of receipt of the agreement signed by the party to
who the agreement was awarded shall sign the agreement and return to such an
executed duplicate of the agreement. Should the Owner not execute the Agreement
within such period, the bidder may by written notice withdraw his signed agreement.
Such notice of withdrawal shall be effective upon receipt of the notice of the Owner.
The notice to proceed shall be issued within ten (10) days of the execution of the
agreement by the Owner. Should there be reasons why the notice to proceed cannot be
issued within such period, the time may be extended by mutual agreement between the
Owner and the Contractor. If the notice to proceed has not been issued within the ten
(10) day period or within the period mutually agreed upon, the bidder may terminate the
agreement without further liability on the part of either party.
The Owner may make such investigations as he deems necessary to determine
the ability of the bidder to perform the work, and the bidder shall furnish to the Owner all
such information and data for this purpose as the Owner may request. The OWNER
reserves the right to reject any bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such
bidder fails to satisfy the Owner that such bidder is properly qualified to carry out the
obligations of the agreement and to complete the work contemplated therein.
A conditional or qualified bid will not be accepted.
Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
All applicable laws, ordinances, and the rules and regulations of all authorities
having jurisdiction over suppliers of equipment shall apply to the agreement throughout.
Preference will be given to products manufactured or produced in Montana by
Montana industry and labor when price and quality are comparable.
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CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
BID SPECIFICATIONS
JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR
CITY HALL COMPLEX, PUBLIC LIBRARY, PROFESSIONAL BUILDING
And SHOP COMPLEX
All work required under these specifications shall be in compliance with and meet industry
standards. Product manufacturers' instructions shall be followed, and only the proper
product will be used for the task. The Owner, at its option, may review the techniques
employed by the Contractor, and require alternative methods if determined necessary. All
tools and equipment used by the Contractor will be regularly cleaned and maintained in
good operating condition.
1.0 Required Record Keeoinq and Administration
1.1 In addition to the daily log referenced in Section 13 under General Conditions, the
contractor shall conduct a weekly inspection of the buildings serviced under this
contract and shall complete and sign the weekly inspection form provided by the
Owner, certifying that the work has been performed in compliance with contract
documents, and shall be left on the desk of the contract administrator for the City.
1 .2 Owner will be responsible for written documentation of complaints received
regarding the service provided, forwarding any notice of deficiency in a timely
manner. Contractor will be expected to respond to the notice of deficiency at the
earliest possible date.
1.3 Owner requires that an accurate listing of personnel serving in each of the
buildings, including name, work history and residency for the past three (3) years,
if available. Any changes in personnel must be immediately reported to the
Owner. At the Owner's option, a complete background check, including
fingerprints, may be required on each and every employee.
1.4 Owner requires that any Contractor-acquired chemicals or products stored in any
of the buildings being serviced under these contracts maintain materials safety
data sheets on site at all times.
1.5 Written notification of scheduling for monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual
work items shall be submitted to the Owner at least one (1) week prior to
performance of the work.
1.6 In the event a dispute arises between what is expected by the Owner and what is
expected by the Contractor, representatives of both entities shall meet in an
attempt to resolve the issue. In instances where an acceptable resolution cannot
be attained, the Owner's position shall prevail.
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1 .7 If a task is not satisfactorily performed, the Owner reserves the right to ask that the
work be performed again, at no additional cost.
2.0 Floor Cleaning and Maintenance
Floors will be cleaned and maintained as specified below for each floor care
operation. The janitorial services will be accomplished as specified and as
required by the frequency schedule and the approved work schedules.
2.1 Vacuuming or Sweeping: Carpeting will be vacuumed and "spot cleaned" as
required. Sweeping of asphalt tile, vinyl tile, rubber tile or vinyl asbestos tile floors
must be accomplished in accordance with the frequency schedule. Care must be
taken during these processes to ensure that all floor areas are cleaned including,
but not limited to, under desks, and that the dirt is simply not transferred to
corners. Any furniture, chairs, waste baskets, etc., moved to accommodate these
processes will be returned to their original locations.
2.2 Damp Moppinq: Floors, including stairways and landings will be damp mopped to
remove dirt that remains on the floor surface and cannot be removed by sweeping
or dust mopping. Damp mopping will not begin until after the floor has been
thoroughly swept and loose soil has been removed. If there are any employees or
members of the publiC in the building at the time of damp mopping, the
appropriate "Caution, Wet Floor" signs shall be provided by the Contractor and
posted until the floor is dry.
2.3 Light Waxinq: Heavy traffic floor areas (entrances, lobbies, corridors, etc.) and
those floors subject to excessive wear, will receive a very light coat or application
of wax and be buffed to a uniform sheen at least once a month, and more
frequently if determined necessary. Any wax residue on wall bases or unmovable
furniture will be removed. This process is to be completed in conjunction with
buffing.
2.4 Scrubbinq: A floor that is satisfactory or acceptably scrubbed is without
embedded dirt, cleaning solution, film, stains, marks or water. Floors, except
restrooms, will be scrubbed only when they cannot be cleaned satisfactorily by
damp mopping.
2.5 Wax Removal: Wax removal will be accomplished by applying a stripping or wax
removing solution in warm water over the entire floor area exactly as
recommended by the manufacturer of the product, to loosen embedded dirt and
wax. Residue along floor edges near wall base, immovable furniture, equipment
and in corners will be removed manually.
2.6 Waxinq and Buffinq: As soon as the wax removal has been satisfactorily
accomplished, the floor will be waxed and buffed. A satisfactory or acceptable
floor finish has a thin, even coating of wax. Floor will be clean and bright, under
furniture as well as in other areas. Do not apply wax within six inches from walls
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or legs or bases of unmovable furniture.
3.0 DustinQ and Miscellaneous CleaninQ
A satisfactory or acceptably dusted surface is free of all dust, dust streaks, lint,
cobwebs, dirt, or oily streaks. The dust must be removed completely, not
scattered around.
3.1 Low DustinQ: Includes surfaces less than six feet from the floor, which may
include, but may not be limited to, ledges, support braces, window sills, doors,
stair rails, chair rails, base boards. Typewriters, computers, business machines,
consoles, plotting boards and equipment of similar nature will not be dusted. No
desks are to be included.
3.2 Hiqh DustinQ: High dusting includes areas over windows and doors, overhead
pipes, exposed ducts" ceilings and walls which are six feet or more from the floor.
High dusting will be performed before floors are cleaned and before low dusting is
undertaken.
3.3 DustinQ Heatinq and Air ConditioninQ Equipment: All accessible portions of unit
heaters, air conditioning grills, convectors, diffusers, fans, ceiling vents and
radiators will be dusted or vacuumed. If the grills cannot be cleaned by dusting or
vacuuming, they shall be removed and washed.
3.4 Entrvwav and Vestibules: Areas around all exterior entryway doors will be swept
free of all gravel, dirt, sand, sticks, and debris for a minimum of 8 feet from the
entrance door in order to minimize the amount of material tracked into the building.
The Contractor will not be responsible for the removal of snow or ice.
4.0 Restrooms
Acceptably clean restrooms have a clean and bright appearance and no
objectionable odors. Disinfectant shall be used on all surfaces and fixtures on a
daily basis.
4.1 Restroom Floor Cleaninq: Restroom floors will be (if concrete, tile, or vinyl) swept
and scrubbed once a day. The immediate areas around urinals will be well
scrubbed, using an all purpose detergent with a small amount of disinfectant. This
process will result in thorough removal of soiling with no residue left in joints,
crevices or corners.
4.2 Toilets: When cleaning the bowls, wash and wipe bowl inside and out. If
deposits are difficult to remove, use appropriate cleaning methods to remove
deposits. Wash seat, top and bottom with detergent solution, and wipe dry. Wipe
tank and cover or flush mechanism and hardware with clean, damp cloth.
4.3 Urinals: When cleaning the urinals, wash and wipe inside and out. If deposits
are difficult to remove, use appropriate cleaner and method to remove deposits.
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Care must be taken to ensure that the underside of the urinal fixture rim and holes
in the bottom and back of all urinals are cleaned.
4.4 Sinks: A satisfactory or acceptably clean sink is free of grease, dirt, soap film and
streaks. Chrome plated hardware will be cleaned with a clean, damp cloth.
4.5 Deodorants and Disinfectants: Various types of disinfectants including pine oil,
cresole, cresote or cresylic will be used on toilet bowls, floors, partitions and
similar fixtures as necessary. Solid crystal deodorants will not be used in urinals.
Proper cleaning and ventilation eliminates the need for deodorants in toilet rooms.
4.6 Toilet Room Walls. Partitions and Woodwork: The accumulation of dirt on walls
and partitions will not be allowed. A restroom that is acceptably clean shall include
clean joints in the tile, and be free of film streaks, deposits and soiling. A
disinfectant shall be used as necessary.
4.7 Toilet Room Dispensers: Paper towels, toilet tissue and soap dispensers and
feminine hygiene dispense~s will be checked and refilled daily. An adequate daily
supply of materials will be kept available.
4.8 Waste Baskets and "Special" Waste Baskets in Women's Restrooms: Waste
baskets in all restrooms will be emptied daily into the main receptacle, immediately
prior to emptying of the main receptacle into the outside dumpster.
5.0 Miscellaneous CleaninQ and Maintenance
5.1 Drinkinq Fountains: All drinking fountains will be cleaned daily. Appropriate
cleaners shall be used when cleaning surfaces to ensure no damage occurs, while
removing water spots and stains.
5.2 Glass CleaninQ:
All glass will be cleaned with a mild glass cleaning solution. Adjacent trim will be
wiped clean with a damp cloth where soiled by spillage or by smears in the glass
cleaning operation.
5.3 All glass, including mirrors, glass cabinets, display cases, and partitions (glass or
plastics) will be cleaned in accordance with the frequency schedule.
5.4 All glass windows and doors will be spotted and cleaned in accordance with the
frequency schedule.
5.5 Spot Cleaninq: Walls, wainscoting, doors and trim will be cleaned when
necessary to remove small or spot areas of dirt, grease stains or friction marks.
Care will be taken to perform spot cleaning without damage to the surface finish
and to provide an overall uniform appearance substantially free of cleaning marks
after spot cleaning.
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5.6 Cleaninq and Polishinq Furniture in Public Areas: All finished surfaces will be
cleaned and receive an adequate application of furniture polish to remove dirt, and
leave a gloss or sheen. Polish shall not leave surface oily, sticky, or injure varnish
and enamel. All furniture, metal, wooden or upholstered, will be free of all wax,
scuff marks, water marks and cobwebs. Metal surfaces will be cleaned. Care
must be taken not to damage the finished surfaces.
5.7 Emptyino and Cleanino Waste Receptacles: The main waste receptacles will be
emptied, after a one day delay, and deposited in collection containers provided for
that purpose. Receptacles will be kept free of deposits, dirt streaks, and odors.
5.8 Blinds: All blinds in compliance with the attached schedule. Acceptably clean
blinds will be free of dust, dirt, deposits and film. Paint coatings, plastics and
fabrics will not be damaged.
5.9 Liqht Fixtures: All exposed light fixtures and accessible components including
lenses, louvers and housings, will be cleaned with a clean damp cloth and
appropriate cleaners. Lenses shall be removed once a year to remove dead flies,
bugs, etc. and to clean the inside of the lens.
5.10 CleaninQ Mats: All entrance mats will be vacuumed. All dirt and dust deposits
underneath the mats will be removed and the mats replaced after cleaning.
5.11 Ash Trays/Receptacles: All ash trays/receptacles will be emptied on a weekly
basis.
The City of Bozeman reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and to
waive any informality in the bids received.
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BID
Proposal of (hereinafter
called "BIDDER"), organized and existing under the laws of the State of
doing business as * to the City of Bozeman
(hereinafter called "OWNER").
In compliance with your Advertisement for Bids, BIDDER hereby proposes to supply
janitorial services for City Hall Complex, Public Library, Professional Building and Shop
Complex, in strict accordance with the Bid Specifications and the Agreement, within the time
set forth therein, and at the prices stated below.
By submission of this BID, each BIDDER certifies, and in the case of a joint BID each
party thereto certifies as to his own organization, that this BID has been arrived at
independently, without consultation, communication, or agreement as to any matter relating to
this BID with any other BIDDER or with any competitor.
Bidder hereby agrees to commence WORK under this contract on or before a date to be
specified in the NOTICE TO PROCEED and to fully complete the PROJECT as set forth in
this document. Under this contract, BIDDER further agrees to pay as liquidated damages, the
sum of One Hundred Dollars ($100) for each consecutive calendar day for failure to meet the
conditions set forth herein.
*Insert "a corporation", "a partnership", or "an individual" as applicable.
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CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
BID FORM
NOTE: Your bid must be submitted on this form.
The City of Bozeman is requesting sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials,
equipment and services necessary to provide janitorial services for the period of July 1. 2005,
through June 30, 2007, for the City Hall Complex, Public Library, Professional Building and
Shop Complex, in accordance with the contract documents. Bids to be received on or before
Tuesday, June 7, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. Submit bids to the Clerk of the Commission, City Hall,
411 East Main Street, P. O. Box 1230, Bozeman, Montana 59771-1230.
The Bidder and the Owner agree that this Contract may, upon mutual agreement, be
extended for up to four years, through one-year extensions and with a CPI adjustment
allowed, if requested by the Bidder. In no case, however may this contract run longer than six
years. Negotiations for the extension of this contract shall be completed not less than sixty
days prior to the termination of this contract.
The undersigned bidder agrees to provide janitorial services for the City buildings herein
described and in accordance with the specifications as follows:
Dollars/year
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The Owner hereby requests individual pricing for washing the windows - inside and out,
cleaning the carpets, and stripping and waxing the hard surface floors on an "as needed"
basis. This pricing is in addition to those listed in the schedule of work; and the Owner will
coordinate any additional requests with the Bidder.
Wash Windows:
price per square foot
Clean Carpets:
$
$
$
price per square foot
Strip and Wax:
price per square foot
NAME OF BIDDER
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS OF BIDDER
TITLE
DATE
CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
(S E A L)
CITY BUSINESS LICENSE NO.
The City of Bozeman reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any
informality in the bids received.
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BID BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we, the undersiqned,
as Principal,
as Surety, are hereby held and firmly
bound unto THE CITY OF BOZEMAN as OWNER in the penal sum of
for the payment of
which, well and truly to be made, we hereby jointly and severally bind ourselves,
successors and assigns.
Signed, this
day of
,2005.
The Condition of the above obligation is such that whereas the Principal has
submitted to the City of Bozeman a certain BID, attached hereto and hereby made a part
hereof to enter into an Agreement in writing, for the supplying of janitorial services for
specified City buildings for Fiscal Years 2005-2006 and 2006-2007.
NOW, THEREFORE,
(a) If said BID shall be rejected, or
(b) If said BID shall be accepted and the Principal shall execute and deliver an
Agreement attached hereto (properly completed in accordance with said
BID) and shall in all other respects perform the agreement created by the
acceptance of said BID, then this obligation shall be void, otherwise the
same shall remain in force and effect; it being expressly understood and
agreed that the liability of the Surety for any and all claims hereunder shall,
in no event, exceed the penal amount of this obligation as herein stated.
The Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that the obligations of
said Surety and its BOND shall be in no way impaired or affected by any extension of the
time within which the OWNER may accept such BID; and said Surety does hereby waive
notice of any such extension.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Principal and the Surety have hereunto set their
hands and seals, and such of them as are corporations have caused their corporate seals
to be hereto affixed and these presents to be signed by their proper officers, the day and
year first set forth above.
(L.S.)
Principal
Surety
By:
IMPORTANT--Surety companies executing BONDS must appear on the Treasury
Department's most current list (Circular 570 as amended) and be authorized to transact
business in the state where the project is located.
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AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this day of , 2005, by and
between the City of Bozeman, hereinafter called "Owner" and
, doing business as (an
individual) or (a partnership) or (a corporation), hereinafter called "Supplier"
WIT N E SSE T H:
That for and in consideration of the payments and agreements hereinafter
mentioned:
1. The Supplier will supply janitorial services for specified City buildings for July 1,
2005 thru June 30, 2007.
2. The Supplier will furnish all of the material, supplies, tools, equipment, labor and
other services necessary for completion of the PROJECT described herein, F.O.B.,
Bozeman, Montana.
3. The Supplier will commence the required work within ten (10) calendar days after
the date of the NOTICE TO PROCEED or on July 1, 2005, whichever occurs first.
4. The Supplier agrees to furnish all of the equipment and services described in the
Bid Schedule and according to the General Conditions for the sum of $
, or as shown in the
Bid Schedule.
5. This Agreement includes, by attachment, the following:
(a) Call for BIDS
(b) Information for BIDDERS
(c) BID Specifications
(d) BID
(e) BID BOND or other bid security
(f) Agreement
(g) General Conditions
(h) NOTICE OF AWARD
(i) NOTICE TO PROCEED
6. The Owner will pay to the Supplier in the manner and at such times and amounts
as set forth in the General Conditions and Agreement.
7. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto and their respective
heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be
executed by their duly authorized officials, this Agreement in two copies, each of which
shall be deemed an original on the date first above written.
OWNER:
CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
(SEAL)
By
Name
Chris A. Kukulski
Title
Citv ManaQer
ATTEST:
Name: Robin L Sullivan
Title: Clerk of Commission
SUPPLIER:
(SEAL)
By:
Name:
Address:
ATTEST:
Name:
Title:
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. MATERIAL AND LABOR BOND
For the protection of the Owner, in the event of default, the Contractor shall procure
and maintain for the term of the contract, at his own expense, and in a company or companies
acceptable to the Owner, a material and labor bond in the amount of One Hundred percent
(100%) of the contract to run for a period of not less than ninety (90) days from the date of
default. The gO-day period would provide adequate time for the Owner to arrange for other
services.
2. PERFORMANCE BOND
For the protection of the Owner, in the event of default, the Contractor shall procure
and maintain for the term of the contract, at his own expense, and in a company or companies
acceptable to the Owner, a performance bond in the amount of One Hundred percent (100%)
of the contract to run for a period of not less than ninety (90) days from the date of default.
The gO-day period would provide adequate time for the Owner to arrange for other services.
3. COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE
The Contractor shall carry comprehensive general liability insurance policy which
includes bodily injury, property damage and automobile liability insurance, with limits of not
less than $1,000,000 per claim and $1,500,000 per occurrence. This certificate MUST name
the City of Bozeman as additional insured under the Contractor's policy. All policies of
insurance will provide for not less than thirty (30) days written notice to the City before they
may be revised, non-renewed or cancelled. This Certificate shall be updated annually.
4. JANITORIAL SERVICE FIDELITY BOND
For the protection of the Owner, the Contractor shall carry and maintain for the term of
the contract, a janitorial service fidelity bond in the amount of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars
($25,000) for the governmental entities involved in this contract. Said bond shall name the
City of Bozeman as co-obligee along with the Contractor.
5. INDEMNIFICATION
The Contractor shall indemnify the Owner against any and all actions, suits, claims,
demands or liability of any character whatsoever, brought or asserted for injuries to or death of
any person or persons, or damages to property arising out of, resulting from or occurring in
connection with the performance of the work herein specified.
The Contractor assumes all responsibility and agrees to reimburse the Owner for any
damage to property of the Owner caused by or occurring in connection with doing any work
hereunder.
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6. ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT
The Contractor shall not assign the contract affected by the acceptance of this
proposal or any part thereof without written approval of the Owner. Each and all of the
covenants and agreements contained in the contract affected by the acceptance of this
proposal shall extend to and be binding upon the successors of the parties thereto.
7. SUPERVISION
The Contractor shall at all times provide qualified supervision using his best skill and
attention to fulfill the covenants and agreements of the contract. If the supervisor is other than
the Contractor, adequate documentation, acceptable to the Owner, shall be submitted
showing the qualifications of the supervisor(s) and the same shall be approved by the Owner.
In all cases the supervisor shall represent the Contractor in his absence and all directions
given to him shall be binding as if given to the Contractor.
8. MONTHLY INSPECTION CHECK-OFF SHEET
A monthly inspection shall be accomplished by a walk thorough by the owners of the
cleaning service and a check-off sheet shall be kept on a weekly basis to record all work
accomplished by cleaning crew.
9. ENFORCEMENT
All services performed, materials and supplies furnished or utilized in the performance
of services, and workmanship in the performance of services will be subject to inspection and
test by the City to the extent practicable at all times and places, during the term of the
contract. The City reserves the right to inspect a work area during any twenty-four (24) hour
period.
10. SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
10.1 The Contractor shall furnish all non-paper supplies necessary for accomplishment of
all work as specified. Industrial strength supplies will be properly stored and handled,
following manufacturer's instructions. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be
provided for each of the supplies stored in the Owner's buildings.
10.2 The Contractor shall furnish all equipment necessary for accomplishment of all
work as specified. The equipment shall be suitable for operation from existing
sources of the Owner-furnished electrical power. Equipment considered by the
Owner to be improper or inadequate for the purpose will be removed from the
job and replaced with satisfactory equipment.
Only the following commercial equipment will be deemed acceptable.
A. Hot-water extraction carpet cleaner.
B. Floor scrubber and high speed buffer.
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C. Commercial (heavy-duty) vacuum with beater bar.
10.3 The Contractor shall provide the feminine hygiene dispenser products for all buildings,
keeping the proceeds therefrom.
10.4 The Owner shall supply the following products; and it shall be the Contractor's
responsibility to ensure that an adequate supply of these products is readily available
in each of the bathrooms:
A. Paper towels
B. Toilet paper
C. Liquid hand soap
D. Trash bags
11. MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT
All maintenance of equipment used in custodial services shall receive proper care and
maintenance and be kept in good operating condition and properly supplied with brush, etc.,
suitable for required task. All electrically driven equipment shall be equipped with operable
approved safety devices. Power equipment shall have rubber bumper protectors in place to
protect finishes and furniture.
12. STORAGE AREAS AND TRAFFIC AREAS
If storage areas are made available to the Contractor by the Owner, the Contractor
shall be responsible for their safety, orderliness, and cleanliness. These facilities are subject
to Owner's inspection at all times. The Owner will not be responsible in any way for the
Contractor's supplies, materials, equipment or personal belongings that may be damaged or
lost by fire, theft, accident or otherwise.
All Contractor supplies, equipment and machines shall be kept out of traffic lanes or
other areas where they might pose a hazard and shall be secured or removed from the
premises at the end of each work period.
13. MAINTAINING OF CONTRACTOR'S LOG
For the protection of both the Contractor and the Owner, the Contractor shall maintain
a daily log for each building showing the following information:
A. Names of authorized Contractor's employees in the building.
B. Time of entry and departure.
C. Note any security problems that might arise:
1. Unlocked doors.
2. Unauthorized entrance or exit.
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3. Non-employed personnel in the building.
4. Owner's employees still in building when Contractor has
departed.
14. MAINTAINING OF OWNER'S LOG
A written report of the deficiencies shall be filed and a copy given to the contractor for
his record and response. Contractor's written and signed response will be made a part of the
file. Daily services found to be incomplete, defective, or not accomplished as scheduled will
be reported to the Contractor, to ensure non-recurrence. Services other than everyday
services reported incomplete, defective or not accomplished as scheduled will be reported to
the Contractor for prompt corrective action by the Contractor and will be acceptably completed
or corrected within the time schedule as determined by the City.
15. CLEANING SCHEDULE
In providing his services the Contractor shall adhere to the frequency and work
schedule found in Attachment "A". Nothing in the work schedule shall be construed to prohibit
the Contractor from providing his services during normal work hours. Provided, however, that
the Contractor shall not disrupt the normal daily business while performing his services.
Daily general office cleaning is defined as a standard 5 day a week work schedule.
Library cleaning will be 6 days a week 3 months of the year and 7 days a week 9 months of
the year.
16. BIDDERS' STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
All bidders shall complete, and attach to his bid, the questionnaire found in Attachment
"B". Failure to attach the questionnaire shall be grounds for disqualification of bid.
17 . PREVAILING WAGE DETERMINATION
In accordance with Section 18-2-402, M.C.A., all contractors and subcontractors shall
pay the standard prevailing rate of wages, including fringe benefits for health and welfare and
pension contributions and travel allowance provisions in effect and applicable to the county or
locality in which the work is being performed. The prevailing wage rate for Gallatin County, as
found in Attachment "C", shall apply.
Any questions concerning the amount of prevailing wages should be directed to the
Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Labor Standards Division, P.O. Box 1728,
Helena, Montana 59601. Phone: 444-5600.
18. NON-DISCRIMINATION IN HIRING
All hiring must be on the basis of merit and qualifications. There may be no
discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, age, marital
status, physical or mental disability, or national origin by the Contractor, as set forth in Section
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49-3-207, Montana Code Annotated.
19. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW
Contractor warrants that all goods sold hereunder shall have been produced, sold,
delivered and furnished in strict compliance with all applicable laws and regulations to which
the goods are subject. Contractor shall execute and deliver such documents as may be
required to effect or evidence compliance. All laws and regulations required to be
incorporated in agreements of this character are hereby incorporated herein by this reference.
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold the Owner harmless from all costs and
damages suffered by the Owner as a result of the Contractor's failure to comply with such law.
20. ASSIGNMENT OF PAYMENTS UNDER CONTRACT
The Contractor shall not assign, transfer, or convey this order or any monies due or to
become due hereunder without the prior written consent of the Owner.
21. COMPLETE AGREEMENT
This agreement, including these terms and conditions, the specification hereto and
any additional terms and conditions incorporated into the attached hereto, constitutes the sole
and entire agreement between the parties hereto. The Contractor's quotation is incorporated
in and made a part of this agreement only to the extent of specifying the nature and
description of the goods ordered, and then only to the extent that such items are consistent
with the other terms of this agreement. No other terms or conditions shall be binding upon
Owner unless accepted by it in writing.
22. NON-WAIVER
Failure of Owner to insist upon strict performance of any of the terms and conditions
hereof or failure or delay to exercise any rights or remedies provided herein or by law or to
promptly notify Contractor in the event of breach, or the acceptance of or payment for any
goods hereunder, or approval of design, shall not release Contractor of any of the warranties
or obligations of this purchase order and shall not be deemed a waiver of any right of Owner
to insist upon strict performance hereof or any of its rights or remedies as to any good such
goods, regardless when shipped, received or accepted, or as to any prior or subsequent
default hereunder, nor shall any purported oral modification or rescission of this purchase
order by Owner operate as a waiver of any of the terms hereof.
23. APPLICABLE LAW
The definitions of terms used, interpretation of this agreement and the rights of all
parties hereunder shall be construed under and governed by the laws of the State of Montana.
24. OWNER'S PERFORMANCE OF CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATIONS
If the Owner directs the Contractor to correct nonconforming or defective goods by a
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date to be agreed upon by the Owner and Contractor, and the Contractor thereafter indicates
its inability or unwillingness to comply, Owner may cause the work to be performed by the
most expeditious means available to it, and the Contractor shall pay all costs associated with
such work.
Contractor shall release Owner and its contractors of any tier from all liability and
claims of any nature resulting from the performance of such work. This release shall apply
even in the event of fault or negligence of the party released and shall extend to the directors,
officers, and the employees of such party.
Contractor's contractual, including warranty, obligations shall not be deemed to be
reduced, in any way, because such work is performed or caused to be performed by Owner.
25. SUPERVISION, INSPECTION AND COMPLAINTS
Any supervision, inspection or complaints during the term of the contract should be
directed from or through the Superintendent of Facilities and Lands for the City of Bozeman,
and is required to be in writing. Services found to be incomplete, defective or not
accomplished as scheduled will be reported to the Contractor for appropriate corrective action.
If the existing problem constitutes a hazard or unsafe condition, corrective action shall be
immediate, at no additional expense to the Owner. Otherwise the Contractor shall take
corrective action during the next work period. A written report of the problem shall be filed and
a copy given to the Contractor for his record and response. Contractor's written and signed
response will then be attached to file copy. Repetitive nonconformity in anyone area or
consistent overall nonconformance to workmanship and standards may result in termination of
the contract and/or other punitive action as deemed necessary by the Owner.
The Owner shall retain the right to determine whether an adequate level of service and
workmanship is being maintained.
26. TRAINING AND SAFETY
26.1 Janitor supervisors shall be responsible for instructing and training the Contractor's
personnel in proper and specified work methods and procedures. They shall direct,
schedule and coordinate all janitorial services and functions to completely accomplish
the work as required by contract and as specified herein. The supervisors shall
provide continuous inspection and supervision of the work performed.
26.2 Any Contractor-acquired chemicals or products stored in any of the buildings being
serviced under this contract shall be accompanied by a materials safety data sheet.
26.3 The Contractor is responsible for instructing his employees in safe work practices.
26.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all janitor supervisors are
adequately and appropriately trained in at least the following areas: Safety Culture
Act, as set forth in Title 39, Chapter 71, Part 15, Montana Code Annotated;
blood borne pathogens; hanta virus; and clean up of body fluids.
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27. CHANGES IN SQUARE FOOTAGES OF BUILDINGS SERVED
Any changes in square footages in any of the buildings served under this contract shall
be forwarded by the Owner to the Contractor at least thirty days prior to any change in
services to be provided. The addition or deletion of square footages in a building shall be
accommodated by adjusting the cost per building on a cost-per-square-foot basis, per the
amounts bid for each building. The Owner anticipates that during the term of this contract a
new library will be constructed and that this agreement will be amended to reflect the increase
in square footage of the new facility.
28. BUILDING SECURITY
It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to ensure that the buildings are secured while
performing their duties, unless a public meeting is in progress. When the services are
completed, all doors shall be locked and all non-designated, (security), lights turned off,
except those in the room in which the meeting is being conducted and the outside door
providing access for the meeting.
29. FAILURE TO PERFORM
Failure of the Contractor to perform the duties of this contract to a satisfactory
standard, or to respond to notification of deficiencies may lead to immediate termination of
this contract, with no compensation. The Performance Bond will be exercised while a new
Contractor is being sought.
30. EMERGENCY CALL OUT
In the event of an emergency, the Contractor may be requested to provide immediate
assistance in clean-up. This work shall be performed at a cost not greater than one and one-
half times the standard hourly rate.
31. HOURS DURING WHICH WORK IS TO BE PERFORMED
The work under this contract is to be performed during non-business hours, preferably
between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and midnight if at all possible.
The Owner reserves the right to vary these hours to accommodate high security areas
when necessary, at no additional charge.
32. ONE-YEAR EXTENSION
Bidder and the Owner agree that this Contract may, upon mutual agreement, be
extended for a period of one year at a time, with no more than four such extensions allowed.
In no case, however, may this contract run longer than six years. Negotiations for the
extension of this contract shall be completed not less than sixty days prior to the termination of
this contract.
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NOTICE OF AWARD
TO:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Janitorial services forthe Bozeman Citv Hall Complex. Public
Library. Professional Building and Shop Comolex for the oeriod July 1. 2005
throuQh June 30. 2007
The OWNER has considered the BID submitted by you for the above described
WORK in response to its Advertisement for Bids dated May 19, 2005, and Information for
Bidders.
of$
You are hereby notified that your BID has been accepted for items in the amount
You are required by the Information for Bidders to execute the Agreement within
ten (10) calendar days from the date of this Notice to you.
If you fail to execute said Agreement within ten (10) days from the date of this
Notice, said OWNER will be entitled to consider all your rights arising out of the OWNER'S
acceptance of your BID as abandoned and as a forfeiture of your BID BOND. The
OWNER will be entitled to such other rights as may be granted by law.
You are required to return an acknowledge copy of this NOTICE OF AWARD to
the OWNER.
Dated this
day of
,2005.
CITY OF BOZEMAN. MONTANA
Owner
By
Title Citv Manager
AWD -- Page 1 of 2
ACCEPTANCE OF NOTICE
Receipt of the above NOTICE OF AWARD is hereby acknowledged by
this the
day of
,2005.
SUPPLIER
By
Title
AWD -- Page 2 of 2
NOTICE TO PROCEED
To: DATE:
PROJECT: Janitorial services for the
Bozeman Citv Hall Comolex. Public Library.
Professional Buildinc and Shoo Comolex
for Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007
You are hereby notified to commence WORK in accordance with the Agreement dated
, 2005, on July 1, 2005. The date of completion of all WORK, unless this
Agreement is extended by mutual agreement, is June 30,2007.
CITY OF BOZEMAN. MONTANA
Owner
By
Title
City Manacer
Receipt of the above NOTICE TO
PROCEED is hereby acknowledged
by
this the
day of
,2005.
By
Title
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A'lTACHMENT "A"
FREOUENCY AND WORK SCHEDULE
City Hall City Hall Annex Professional Library City Shops
Size of Building in Square Feet: Building
Main floor 6,305 3,371 7,245 10,665 3,258
Second floor ** 6,934 7,182
Park Shop 1,130
Sign Shop 210
TOTAL SQUARE FEET 10,428 4,310 19,317 17,847 *** 4,598
* Includes tunnel between City Hall and City Hall Annex,
** Fire Station NIC, except as noted,
*** NOTE: Library - 6 days/week 3 months of the year, 7 days/week 9 months of the year
SEE GENERAL CONDITIONS, NO. 27, REGARDING CHANGES IN SQUARE FOOTAGES, PARTICULARLY AT THE CITY IlA.LL
ANNEX
DAlLY -- See NOTE
Maintain required records X X X X X
Vacuum/sweeping in open areas
including entry mats
(Specs 2.1,3.4 and 5.10) X X X X X
Damp mopping in open areas
(Specs 2.2) X X X X X
Scrubbing floors - restrooms
(Specs 4.1) X X X X X
as needed on all other floors
(Specs 2.4) X X X X X
Empty common waste receptacles
(Specs 5.7) X X X X X
Clean entry glass--inside and out,
(weather permitting and interior)
window (Specs 5.2 and 5.4) X X X X X
Clean and sanitize restrooms,
restock supplies (Specs 4.2 thru 4.8) X X X X X
Drinking fountains (Specs 5.1) X X X X X
Spot cleaning as needed
(Specs 5.5) X X X X X
WEEKLY
Maintain all required records
(Specs 1.1 X X X X X
Vacuum in offices (Specs 2.1) X X X X X
Empty and clean ash trays/
ash receptacles (Specs 5.11) X X X X X
Low dusting (Specs 3.1) X X X X X
MONTHLY
Clean all glass furniture and display
cases in public areas (horizontal and
vertical) (Specs 5.2) X X X X X
Dusting heating and air conditioning
equipment (Spec. 3.3) X X X X X
High dusting (Specs 3.2) X X X X X
Buff waxed floors (Specs 2.3) X X
QUARTERLY
Light waxing (Specs 2.3) X X X X X
Clean all exterior windows
--inside and out
(Specs 5.3) X X X X X
Wax and buff floors (Specs 2.6) X X X X X
Clean and polish furniture
(Spec. 5.6) X X X X X
SEMI-ANNUALLY
Wax removal (Specs 2.5) X X X X X
Waxing and buffing (Specs 2.6) X X X X X
Clean all windows--inside and
out (Specs 5.2) X X X X X
ANNUALLY
Dust blinds (spring) (Specs 5.8)
Light fbctures (Specs 5.97)
x
X
X
X
ITEMS NOT IN CONTRACT
1. Counter area, coffee pot and sinks in City Hall and Professional Building
2. Range and refrigerator in the Library
3. All of second floor Fire Station # 1 except as noted
X
X
X
X
X
X
ATTACHMENT "B"
CONFIDENTIAL
QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CONTRACTORS-SUPPLIERS
1 . Name:
2. Business Address:
3. Telephone Number:
4. Do you operate as an:
Individual
Corporation
Partnership
a. If a Corporation, in what state are you incorporated?
State of
b. If a Partnership, list names of all Partners:
5. Officers authorized to execute contracts:
ATTACH B-1 of4
6. Is your firm organized so that continuity is maintained in the event of the owner's
absence or death?
7.
a.
Major area of business:
b. Are your engaged in any other line of business?
Yes No
If yes, give type:
c. Number of full-time employees: Office Field
d. Are you a minority Contractor-Supplier?
e. Name Union affiliation:
Agreement expires:
f. Is your business tax exempt?
8. Please list any of your present board members, officers or employees who are
either full-time or retired City employees or persons closely related to full-time or
retired City employees (if none, enter none).
9. Years of experience in type of work bidding on:
ATTACHB-20f4
10. Previous work for any public agency:
Aqencv Amount Tvpe of Work
Constr. Interval
11. Are there any judgments, suits or claims pending against your Firm? If yes, please
explain:
12. Do you have any liens for labor or material filed against your Firm: If yes, please
explain:
13. Have you any other continent liability? If yes, please explain:
14. What officials of your firm may be contacted in emergencies when your office is
closed?
a. Name:
Title:
ATTACH B-3 of 4
Residence Address:
Telephone Number:
b. Name:
c. Title:
Residence Address:
Telephone Number:
15.Please list below four references that can attest to the performance of your firm:
1. Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
2. Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
3. Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
4. Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
Signed:
Title:
Firm:
Date:
ATTACHB-40f4