#2026-24 Janitorial Services

The City of Covington is soliciting competitive sealed bids to provide comprehensive janitorial and custodial services for multiple municipal facilities, including City Hall, Court Services, a Welcome Center, an airport facility, police department, 911 center, public restrooms, utility center, and two street‑department locations. The contractor must supply labor, equipment, and cleaning supplies (the city provides consumables) and adhere to detailed daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules, safety protocols, background‑check requirements, insurance minimums, and local vendor preference rules. Work hours are primarily after 5 p.m. on weekdays, with some facilities requiring 24‑hour coverage for restrooms. The contract is for a 12‑month term with an option to renew for up to three additional years. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes (hard copy and USB) by 10:00 a.m. on Oct 22, 2026, after attending a mandatory pre‑bid meeting on Oct 6, 2026. The city will award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering local vendor preference. • Scope: daily cleaning, restroom maintenance, floor care, waste removal, supply replenishment, and special‑event cleaning. • Locations: total ~112,000 sq ft across 10 buildings. • Requirements: GA business license, employee criminal background checks, $1 M general liability & auto liability, $1 M workers’ comp, compliance with immigration, drug‑free workplace, and E‑Verify. • Submission: two hard copies + one USB, plus required certifications and questionnaires.