Custodial Services

Job Title:  Janitor/Cleaning Service

Location:  El Yunque National Forest. Road 9966, Kilometer 7.2 Jimenez Ward. , Puerto Rico Travel: N/A

Disclaimers: 

• Personnel shall adhere to the minimum industry standard of each cleaning product to be used.
• Personnel shall provide a written list of names of all personnel who will be working at the Iguaca Aviary throughout the duration of the contract.
• Any deviation to the method of cleaning as proposed in this scope shall be approved prior to operation.
• Any incident/ accident shall be documented and reported as soon as possible to the Contracting Officer (CO) and Iguaca Aviary on-site contracting representative assigned to this project.
• The Personnel shall adhere to local U.S. Fish and Wildlife guidance pertaining to all Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the Endangered Species Act requirements while on the refuge.
• The Personnel shall conduct the cleaning in a safe and neat manner that prevents waste and byproducts from being ingested by wildlife or blown into habitat areas.
• The Personnel is responsible for adhering to all pertinent safety regulations set out by, OSHA and the Service, while onsite.
• The Personnel is responsible for adhering to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines and local COVID-19 Safety precautions and mask guidelines.
• Contactor will be liable for any damages to surrounding structure, interpretive displays, wildlife habitat, merchandise, government equipment and any other government property.
• The Personnel shall maintain good communication and coordination with the Government throughout the project.

Duties:

Cleaning Facilities Description

Building 1:

Building 1 Enclosed area                               3,605 SF + 106 SF = 3,711 SF

                  Breezeway and covered area:      _________________    608 SF

Total Building 1                                                                              4,319 SF   

Building 1 has 5 main areas:

• A kitchen where Iguaca Aviary prepare parrot food every day.  This includes on walk-in freezer and refrigerator and a dry room.
• A  main aviary office that has a camera system and data server and two offices.
• A hospital for parrots 
• An outside bathroom
• A common area as break room, an inside bathroom, small storage area and incubator room.
• There is a back area in this building (hurricane room) that will not require janitorial service.

Building 3:

Building 3 Enclosed area                               250 SF

                  Addition enclosed area                288 SF

                  Breezeway and covered area:        88 SF

Total Building 3                                          626  SF

Building 3 contains office space for employees.  It is an open area with several desks.   

There are sidewalks surrounding Building 3 that will need cleaning and crystal windows that will require cleaning at least once a month.

Cleaning and Janitorial Services Required

Janitorial Services include cleaning, sweeping, and dusting common areas inside the building and office; bathroom cleaning (2); cleaning of surrounding areas in building including doors, windows, and hallways; and trash removal.

• Damp Wipe. Daily - Damp wipe and disinfect areas, sinks and toilet areas, including walls, counters, tabletops, shelves, windowsills and other horizontal and vertical surfaces subject to contact (including restrooms and the breakroom area).

• Sweep/Wet Mop.  Daily - Sweep/Wet mop floors using a detergent for the various floor types in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations or industry standards, edge to edge, under furnishings and under rugs/mats.  Following wet mopping the entire floor surface shall be free of all dirt, water streaks, mop marks, smears, grease, gum, tar, scuff marks, and stains.  Surface accumulations of hardened dirt that cannot be removed by normal mopping shall be scraped off and removed by sweeping.  No dirt shall be left in corners, behind doors, or on/under floor mats.  Areas shall be mopped using all precautions necessary to safeguard wiring and equipment.  Furniture that was moved shall be returned to its original position. Specifically, any furniture, furnishings, equipment less than 50 pounds shall be moved frequently to avoid dirt or film collection under or around the item.

• Clean/Low Dust. Daily - Clean and dust all surfaces to a height of 6’0” above the floor level to include but not limited to desks, partitions (including glass in partitions and doors), file cabinets, handrails, grills, horizontal ledges, sills, walls (including baseboards), doors, windows, windowsills, picture frames, fire extinguishers, water fountains, hardware, tables, chairs, cabinets, refrigerators, etc.   Following the clean/low dust there shall be no smudges, marks, dust, dirt, debris, streaks, food, cobwebs, rust or stains left on surfaces.  This applies to all offices, restrooms, work rooms, common areas, hallways, kitchen area, and the reception area.

• Clean/High Dust. Once every month - Clean and dust all surfaces above the height of 6’0” above the floor level to include but not limited to display cases, shelves, picture frames, storage cabinets surfaces, ventilation diffusers, grills, ledges, light fixtures, ceiling tiles, access panels, ceiling grids, glass, walls, kitchen cabinets, refrigerators, and pipes.  Following the high clean/dust there shall be no smudges, marks, dust, dirt, debris, streaks, cobwebs, rust or stains left on surfaces. 

• Breakroom Cleaning.  Daily - Clean and disinfect countertops, table, sink, refrigerator front and microwave oven inside and front shall be wiped clean with disinfectant.  All floors shall be damped mopped, and spot cleaned (as needed). 

• Trash Removal. Daily -  Empty all trash receptacles.  Following trash removal all receptacles shall be empty, clean, disinfected, and free of residue and offensive odors.  The liners shall be replaced and undamaged.  All collected waste/ trash shall be disposed and placed in dumpster located on grounds of facility.  All cardboard boxes shall be broken down and removed from office and placed in a designated area. 

• Restroom Cleaning. Daily - Clean and disinfect urinals, toilets, lavatories, sinks, floors, floor drains, partitions, walls, mirrors and dispenser surfaces.  Empty waste receptacles.  Waste receptacles shall be clean, disinfected and the liner shall be replaced and undamaged, free of residue and offensive odors.  After cleaning/disinfecting of toilet seats, they shall be left in the upright position.  Restroom fixtures shall be free of dirt, stains and residue.  Partitions, walls, floors, grout and door surfaces shall be free of dirt, stains, and graffiti.  Mirrors shall be clean, polished, and free of streaks.  All metal fixtures and hardware shall be free of stains, water spots and residue.  The floors shall be free of any loose trash, water, and dispenser surfaces shall be clean and bright; there shall be no dust, spots, stains, or encrustation present.  All surfaces shall be dry and the corners clean. 

• Restroom Supply and Service. Refill, as needed, paper towels, soap, air freshener, and toilet paper.  The Refuge will furnish all supplies necessary.  Following servicing, restrooms shall be stocked with sufficient supplies to ensure that the supplies will last until the next scheduled service.