The City of Lincoln is seeking bids from qualified companies for the cleaning of kitchen exhaust hoods and equipment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest, responsible, and responsive vendor whose bid substantially meets all required specifications, duties, terms, and conditions. The vendor will be responsible for cleaning the entire exhaust system, including hoods, fans, ducts, and other appurtenances, and must comply with all applicable City of Lincoln, State Fire Marshal regulations, federal, state, and local laws, and NFPA 96. The vendor must also provide proof of licensing and certification. Some key points to consider include:
* The contract will be for a one-year term with the option for three additional one-year terms
* The vendor must provide a performance and payment bond in the full amount of the contract
* The vendor must contact each department representative to schedule the cleaning a minimum of 24 hours prior to the service
* The vendor must maintain existing functions at the facility and protect the general public, employees, and buildings against damage during all portions of the project
* The vendor must provide all labor, personnel, supervisory and management personnel, technical services, materials, transportation, tools, hardware, equipment, and related incidental items necessary to provide complete cleaning services of hoods required to perform the services requested in these specifications.