Attacment 3 NAC Janitorial SOW (Revised 1 July 22).pdf

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Statement of Work

National Agroforestry Janitorial Services

30 June 2022

Contents

Project

General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

2.0 Background

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

FREQUENCY OF SERVICE

Janitorial Services: NAC Office Building (Tuesday and Friday)

Item 1 – Weekly, Tuesday and Friday:

Item 2- Weekly - Friday

Item 3- Every Other Week:

Item 4 - Quarterly

4.0 Government / Contractor Furnished

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS

6.0 Travel

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

8.0 Security Requirements

9.0 Data Rights

10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards

Attachment

Project

USDA Forest Service – National Agroforestry Center Janitorial Services General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

Obtain janitorial services for the National Agroforestry Center, 1945 North 38th Street, East Campus Loop – UNL, Lincoln, NE. The contract will be awarded for a Base Period and four (4) twelve month Option Periods . The building has approximately 6,800 square feet. There are 42 windows on the building and 14 on the doors and vestibule. The Center has 2 bathrooms which have a total of approximately 50 square feet of floor area.

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supplies, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, and transportation necessary to provide custodial services in accordance with this specification. Custodial service applies to all designated spaces including, but not limited to, office and administrative spaces/offices, halls, restrooms, work areas, entrance ways, lobbies, storage areas.

2.0 Background

Janitorial Services have historically been contracted on a competitive basis. Contracts have been issued as a base year with four option years. Competition has historically been restricted to small businesses.

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

DEFINITIONS As used throughout this contract, the following terms shall have the meaning set forth below.

Clean Shall be defined as free of dirt, dust, spots, streaks, stains, smudges, litter, debris, and other residue.

Contracting Officer (CO) The Contracting Officer is a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the Contracting Officer acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the Contracting Officer.

Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Representative of the Contracting Officer who performs quality assurance evaluations, inspections, observations of the Contractor's performance.

Contractor: The term Contractor as used herein refers to both the prime Contractor and any subcontractors. The prime Contractor shall ensure that his/her subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

Contractor Representative A foreman or superintendent assigned in accordance with the "CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES" clause, Section H.

Disinfect Cleaning in order to destroy any harmful microorganisms by application of an approved chemical agent.

Facility An establishment, structure, or assembly of units of equipment designated for a specific function.

Fixture All installed items attached to building plumbing system including restrooms and drinking fountains.

Regular Working Hours The Contractor will perform the required Custodial services after the Government's regular (normal) working hours of 08:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Response Time Response time is defined as the time allowed the Contractor after initial notification of a work requirement to be physically on the premises at the work site, with appropriate tools, equipment, and materials, ready to perform the work required.

Recyclables. Any plastic, paper, metal or other materials that may be recycled locally free of charge at the local recycling centers, NAC has recycling bins for cardboard and paper, the contractor may use these bins. NAC will put them out for the UNL recycling team to pick up when the bins are full.

Space A space is an area to receive custodial services which may or may not be considered a room by common definition. Examples of spaces are definable sections of hallways, stairwells, lobbies, offices, entrances, and deck areas.

Waste Containers: Waste containers are defined as trash receptacles, waste baskets, trash cans, wastepaper baskets, or any container holding trash, paper, waste or refuse of any type.

FREQUENCY OF SERVICE

Annually (A) Services performed once during each 12 month period of the contract at intervals of 330 to 365 calendar days

Quarterly (Q) Services performed 4 times during each 12 month period of the contract at intervals of 80 to 100 calendar days.

Two times Week. (D2) Services performed two times each week (Tuesday and Friday each week) Services may be performed the day before or after a holiday during this time frame with at least 2 days between cleanings.

Weekly (W) Services performed 52 times during each 12 month period of the contract at intervals of six to eight calendar days.

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT TASKS AND CRITICAL SUBTASKS

The Contractor shall provide the custodial services at the National Agroforestry Center as described herein.

Basic Services. Basic services shall consist of the services listed for the specified spaces. Furniture or other equipment (including waste containers) moved while performing basic services shall be returned to their original position.

CUSTODIAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Performance requirements for the custodial service contract for the National Agroforestry Center, Lincoln, NE, include the following and shall be performed in accordance with the

(1) Space Cleaning. Space cleaning shall consist of the following services each time a space is cleaned.

(a) Emptying Waste Containers/Trash Collection. All waste containers identified in shall be emptied and any plastic liner soiled with food wastes or if soiled or leaking shall be replaced with a new plastic liner. If waste containers are soiled or have odor, they shall be washed inside and outside utilizing a disinfectant and shall be made free of odors.

After washing, containers shall be wiped dry and new plastic liners installed. All items placed adjacent to waste containers and marked "TRASH or WASTE" shall also be removed and properly disposed of. All waste collected shall be disposed of in the appropriate dumpster. Waste that falls on the floor and on outside grounds during the waste removal shall be picked up and disposed of by the Contractor.

Cardboard boxes left over from holding supplies (such as toilet paper boxes provided for Government use may be left at Recycling Area. Forest Service employees shall remove recyclables.

All containers marked “recycle” at desk areas in work spaces will be emptied by Forest Service employees.

(2) Floor Care. Floor care shall consist of the following each time services are performed. The National traffic/congestion that occurs in each area.

(a) Vacuum, Sweep/Dust Mopping. Ceramic tile and resilient flooring shall be vacuumed or swept or dust mopped so as to remove all loose dirt, dust, and debris.

(b) Vacuuming Carpets and Rugs. Prior to vacuuming carpets and rugs all debris such as staples, paper clips, etc shall be removed and properly disposed of. Carpeted areas and rugs shall be vacuumed free of all loose soil and debris.

(c) Damp Mopping. Prior to damp mopping, floors shall be vacuumed or swept/dust mopped. Floors shall be damp mopped with an approved disinfecting type cleaning solution to remove dirt, streaks, smears, and stains. The Contractor is required to remove all scuffmarks.

(d) Spray Cleaning. Prior to spray cleaning, floors shall be damp mopped as specified above. Floors shall be spray cleaned to remove traffic marks, heavy soil, urine stains, spots, built up grime, etc. The material used for spray cleaning shall contain a blend of detergents and polymers to emulsify surface soil and repair traffic areas. Stubborn, persistent or built up stains may require scrubbing by hand or with machinery to remove. When completed, a spray cleaned floor shall have a uniform finish, free of scuff, stains and spots. The floor finish shall be uniform from wall to wall, including corners.

(e) Walk-off Mats. Prior to vacuuming of walk-off mats loose debris shall be removed and properly disposed of.

Each time floors are swept/dust mopped or vacuumed, walk-off mats in that area shall be cleaned. Soil and moisture underneath mats shall be removed and the floor shall be cleaned as appropriate along with the rest of the floor. The mats shall be returned to their original locations afterwards. The Contractor shall report, in writing to the Contracting Officer, all walk-off mats that are worn out to the point of being ineffective.

(3) Restroom Services. Restroom services shall consist of the following each time services are performed.

(a) Cleaning Restrooms. Restroom fixtures, including water closets, toilets, urinals, lavatories, and sinks shall be washed inside and outside utilizing a disinfectant, and shall be free of stains and odors. Pumice sticks and an approved toilet bowl cleaner shall be used to remove stains from urinals and water closets. Brushes, sponges, and cloths that have been used to clean any other part of the restroom (including water closets, urinals, walls, floors, and partitions) shall not be used to clean lavatories or sinks. Floors shall be swept free of dirt and mopped with a disinfectant. Floor drains shall be cleaned and flushed with a disinfectant. Mirrors shall be cleaned and polished. All metal fixtures and hardware shall be cleaned. Waste containers shall be emptied, disinfected, and plastic liners replaced when soiled. All sanitary waste containers in the women’s restrooms are to be emptied. After cleaning, the restrooms shall have a clean, pleasant fragrance within the area. All restrooms have central air conditioning.

(b) Servicing Restrooms Servicing restrooms shall include Inspecting, replenishing, and cleaning dispensers.

Restroom supplies shall include, but are not limited to, paper towels, toilet tissue, sanitary disposal bags and hand soap dispensers. The Contractor shall stock restrooms with sufficient supplies to insure that the supplies will last until the next scheduled service. If dispensers become empty before the next scheduled servicing, the Contractor shall replenish them at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall provide all required restroom supplies.

(4) Other Services Other Services shall consist of providing miscellaneous cleaning tasks within the scope of the contract.

(a) Cleaning Plastic Restroom Partitions. The Contractor is required to clean the partitions up to 7 feet - 0” above the floor level. Plastic side panels shall be sprayed with a disinfectant type cleaner and hand wiped or sprayed with fresh water to remove disinfectant spray. Metal supports and bracing will be wiped or cleaned to remove dust buildup and to maintain a clean shiny appearance to all metal surfaces. After cleaning, partitions shall be free of dirt, dust, smudges, markings, cobwebs, grease, human fecal matter, paper and other foreign matter. Paper products shall not be wet during cleaning operation.

(c) Cleaning Restroom Ceramic Tile Walls. Tile cleaning includes cleaning horizontal and vertical surfaces not higher than 7 feet – 0” from floor level. All dust, lint, litter, and soil shall be removed from all surfaces using a disinfectant type cleaner. After cleaning ceramic tile walls shall be free of dirt, dust, smudges, markings, cobwebs, grease, human fecal matter, paper and other foreign matter. The Contractor is to perform Restroom Partition cleaning on the same day in conjunction with Cleaning restroom ceramic tile walls.

a. Work Control. The Contractor shall implement all necessary work control procedures to ensure timely accomplishment of work requirements, as well as to permit tracking of work in progress. The Contractor shall plan and schedule work to assure material, labor, and equipment are available to complete work requirements within the specified time limits and in conformance with the quality standards established herein. Verbal scheduling and reports on the status of Service Call and Other Services work shall be provided when requested by the Contracting Officer.

b. Work Schedule. The Contractor's initial work schedule shall indicate the hours of the day and the day of the week services will be performed. The schedule shall list the type of work to be performed and the areas to be worked.

When scheduled services performed twice weekly or less frequently fall on a holiday, alternate dates shall be specified.

The initial work schedule shall be submitted to the COR for approval within 15 days after award. Once approved, all work shall be performed in strict compliance with the work schedule to facilitate the Government's inspection of the work. Changes to the work schedule shall be submitted for the COR approval at least three working days prior to performance. In preparing the work schedule, the Contractor shall comply with the following general requirements:

(1) Except as may otherwise be specified, all work shall be performed after the Government's regular working hours. If the Contractor desires to work on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays, prior approval shall be requested in writing and obtained from the Contracting Officer.

Interference with Government Business. The Contractor shall schedule and arrange work so as to cause the least interference with the normal occurrence of Government business and mission. In those cases where some interference may be essentially unavoidable, the Contractor shall be responsible to make every effort to minimize the impact of the interference, inconvenience, customer discomfort, etc.

FREQUENCY OF SERVICE

Janitorial Services: NAC Office Building (Tuesday and Friday)

There will be no cleaning the week between Christmas and New Year’s. The office is closed between Christmas and New Year’s due to the fact that most staff are off. An additional cleaning shall be performed the week prior to Christmas and the week after New Year’s.

Item 1 – Weekly, Tuesday and Friday:

Empty trash containers Clean and service restrooms Clean drinking fountain Dust mop and spot mop traffic areas Clean breakroom table tops, counters, and sink

Item 2- Weekly - Friday:

Vacuum carpets in conference rooms and front reception area Vacuum entrance mats and other carpeted walk off mats in office areas Clean non-traffic areas Damp mop all hard surface floors Change trash can liners in break room Dust desks, countertops, common area (Do Not move personal items or paper stacks.)

Item 3- Every Other Week:

Change trash can liners in offices unless extremely dirty or there is liquids in them then change as needed.

Dust window sills/ledges that are accessible Dust bookcases in conference rooms Dust and spot clean table tops in conference rooms Spot clean doors, door jams, light switches Wash glass in entryway and vestibule

Item 4 - Quarterly:

Dust Air Vents in wall and on floor that are accessible Burnish hallway tile

Item 5 Once a Year:

Wash air vents Vacuum drapes Wash inside and outside windows

Shampoo carpets in two conference rooms and reception area Shampoo mats in offices and entrance mats

As needed:

Report maintenance concerns (including burned out lights to the COR, Kirsten Stuart)

4.0 Government / Contractor Furnished

Government Furnished Facilities. The Government will make available to the Contractor a space to store custodial supplies and equipment at the facility. The Contractor shall be responsible and accountable for taking adequate precautions to prevent fire hazards, odors, and vermin. The Contractor shall be held responsible for the cost of any repairs caused by negligence or abuse on his/her part, or on the part of his/her employees. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining their supply storage areas in a clean, organized and accessible manner for their use and for FS employees who will access these areas for inspection of Contractor supplies and equipment. These areas will also have to be accessible for repairs and maintenance.

The Government Furnished Space in the National Agroforestry Center Building for Contractor equipment storage will be at two locations. 1. 60 Square Feet of storage at NAC’s Janitorial Closet and 2. 40 SF. of supply storage space in the National Agroforestry Center Building.

Recycle Collection Area. The Government will provide a container that will be available for contractor to deposit clean recyclables. These items that may be recycles are toilet paper wrapper and used rolls. Paper towel wrappers, Plastic drink bottles, Cardboard boxes broken down flat.

The Contractor shall obtain written approval from the Contracting Officer prior to making any modifications or alterations to the space provided. Any such modifications or alterations approved by the Government will be made at the expense of the Contractor. At the completion of the contract, all facilities shall be returned to the Government in the same condition as received, except for reasonable wear and tear.

Government Furnished Materials. The Government will not provide any materials as part of this contract.

Availability of Utilities. The Government will furnish utility services at existing outlets, for use in those facilities provided by the Government and as may be required for the work to be performed under the contract: electricity, fresh water, sewage service, and refuse collection (from existing collection points). Information concerning the location of existing outlets may be obtained from the COR. Utilities specified will be furnished at no cost to the Contractor.

Contractor Furnished Items. Except for items listed in Section 4 above, the Contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and services to perform the requirements of this contract. Materials, equipment, and supplies provided shall meet the requirements specified. Items not listed or in the technical specifications shall be of an acceptable commercial grade and quality.

The Contractor shall manage the total work effort associated with the custodial services required herein to assure fully adequate and timely completion of these services. Included in this function will be a full range of management duties including, but not limited to, planning, scheduling, and quality control. The Contractor shall provide an adequate staff of personnel with the necessary management expertise to assure the performance of the work in accordance with sound and efficient management practices. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce to complete work in accordance with the time and quality standards specified herein.

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

Item

No.

Deliverable /

Item Title

Description Frequency Delivery

Format

Due By

1 Initial Work

Schedule

Submitted to COR for approval 15 days after award

By email to the COR

15 days after award

2 Changes to Work Schedule

Submitted to COR at least 3 working days prior to performances

By email tp the

COR

at least 3 days before the requested change

3 List of Contractor’s employees who will be working at NAC

Submit the list prior to the first workday of the contract and any changes shall be provided within 24 hours of such change

By email to the

COR

Prior to first day of Contract start

3 Weekly cleaning (Tuesday and Friday)

Empty trash containers Clean and service restrooms Clean drinking fountain Dust mop and spot mop traffic areas Clean breakroom table tops, counters, and sink

Twice Weekly

In person Weekly on Tuesday and Friday

4 Weekly, Friday Vacuum carpets in conference rooms and front reception area Vacuum entrance mats and other carpeted walk off mats in office areas Clean non- traffic areas Damp mop all hard surface floors Change trash can liners in break room Dust desks, countertops, common area (Do Not move personal items or paper stacks.)

Weekly – Every Friday

In person Weekly – Every Friday

5 Every Other Week

Change trash can liners in offices unless extremely dirty or there is liquids in them then change as needed.

Dust window sills/ledges that are accessible Dust bookcases in conference rooms Dust and spot clean table tops in conference rooms Spot clean doors, door jams, light switches Wash glass in entryway and vestibule

Every Other Week

In person Every other week

6 Quarterly Dust Air Vents in Wall and on floor that are accessible

Burnish Hall Way Tiles

Quarterly In Person Quarterly

7 Annually Wash air vents Vacuum drapes Wash inside and outside windows Shampoo carpets in two conference rooms and reception area Shampoo mats in offices and entrance mats

Annually In person Annually

8 Annually (copy) Biobased Report By Oct 30 for prior fiscal year

(Oct 1 – Sept 30) ending the performance period of the contract base period and for each option year, if exercised

By email to the

COR and CO

Annually

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS

Government Furnished Facilities. The Government will make available to the Contractor a space to store custodial supplies and equipment at the facility. The Contractor shall be responsible and accountable for taking adequate precautions to prevent fire hazards, odors, and vermin. The Contractor shall be held responsible for the cost of any repairs caused by negligence or abuse on his/her part, or on the part of his/her employees. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining their supply storage areas in a clean, organized and accessible manner for their use and for FS employees who will access these areas for inspection of Contractor supplies and equipment.

These areas will also have to be accessible for repairs and maintenance.

The Government Furnished Space in the National Agroforestry Center Building for Contractor equipment storage will be at two locations. 1. 40 SF of storage at NAC’s Janitorial Closet and 2. 12 SF. of supply space with water faucets and drain for mop buckets in the National Agroforestry Center Building.

Recycle Collection Area. The Government will provide a container that will be available for contractor to deposit clean recyclables. These items that may be recycles are toilet paper wrapper and used rolls. Paper towel wrappers, Plastic drink bottles, Cardboard boxes broken down flat.

The Contractor shall obtain written approval from the Contracting Officer prior to making any modifications or alterations to the space provided. Any such modifications or alterations approved by the Government will be made at the expense of the Contractor. At the completion of the contract, all facilities shall be returned to the Government in the same condition as received, except for reasonable wear and tear.

Government Furnished Materials. The Government will not provide any materials as part of this contract.

Availability of Utilities. The Government will furnish utility services at existing outlets, for use in those facilities provided by the Government and as may be required for the work to be performed under the contract: electricity, fresh water, sewage service, and refuse collection (from existing collection points). Information concerning the location of existing outlets may be obtained from the COR. Utilities specified will be furnished at no cost to the Contractor.

6.0 Travel

No travel required

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

General: The Contractor is to make their own review of the contract requirements for work included herein and in conjunction with actual job site conditions. The Contractor is responsible for all work included herein. The first priority of on-duty personnel shall be to maintain toilet facilities.

A. Staffing: The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to satisfy the contract objectives at all times.

At least one (1) English speaking employee must be on duty during all staffing hours.

B. The Forest Service reserves the right to require the Contractor to replace any employee deemed unqualified, displaying unfavorable personal conduct or appearance and/or making a bad reflection of the Forest Service to the public.

C. The Contractor or their representative with supervisory authority to make all decisions affecting execution of the contract, shall be located within 2 hours travel time from the area. In addition to supervision as specified above, the supervisor shall be required to follow-up on public complaints and problems with personnel. The supervisor shall have the authority to take immediate action to correct conditions determined by the Contracting Officer or the COR to be unsafe, unsanitary, or unsatisfactory.

D. The contractor or their representative with supervisory authority to make all decisions affecting execution of the contract, shall be available by telephone 24 hours a day for immediate contact. Between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Calls to the contractor shall be returned within 1 hour.

8.0 Security Requirements

Protection of Government Property. During execution of the work, the Contractor shall take special care to protect Government property including furniture, walls, baseboards, and other surfaces from materials/cleaners not intended to be used on that surface. Accidental splashes shall be removed immediately. The Contractor shall repair and return areas damaged, as a result of work under this contract, to their original condition, to include painting, refinishing, or replacement, if necessary, at no cost to the Government. The Contractor is prohibited from using Government telephones, facilities, or office equipment provided for official Government use. Smoking is not permitted in the building at any time.

Locked Areas. The Contractor is required to re-lock these areas after completion of work, even if area is found to be unlocked when he arrives to perform services. The Contractor shall be provided a key(s) and a number code to gain access to areas requiring service. The COR should be notified immediately if a key is lost.

Security. The Contractor shall provide the COR with a list of names, for all the Contractor's employees who will be working at this facility. The list shall be submitted prior to the first workday of the contract period, and any changes to the list shall be provided within twenty-four (24) hours of such change. The Contractor and all employees should be able to provide ready identification of their employment or association with Contractor until such time as Forest Service employees are able to recognize them. Employees shall be required to dress neatly, commensurate with the tasks being performed. At no time will anyone visiting the janitorial staff be permitted in the building unless they are providing contractual services and the COR is notified.

Upon entering a locked area the contractor will ensure it is returned to a locked condition once services are completed.

The National Agroforestry Center building is not equipped with a security alarm system. At no time will a door be left open unattended. The Contractor is responsible for preventing entry of unauthorized non Forest Service employees into building during their work time.

9.0 Data Rights

Not Applicable

10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards Not applicable

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BIO-BASED PRODUCTS REQUIREMENTS

Contractor is required to purchase Bio-Based Products in accordance with 7 U.S.C.8102(c)(3) and FAR 52.223-1 Bio-based Product Certification submitted by the Contractor.

Contractor is required to purchase supplies in accordance with 48 CFR 52.208-9 and FAR 52.208-9 Contractor Use of Mandatory Sources of Supply or Services. Materials and equipment shall be of the type and quality used in large-scale commercial cleaning operations, shall meet the requirements specified herein, and shall be approved by the Contracting Officer before use.

1. Material Requirements. All toilet supplies and custodial materials and supplies provided by the Contractor shall conform to the requirements of the latest edition of the applicable requirements listed herein. Those not covered by federal specifications shall be of commercial grade and quality. Within 10 days after award of this contract, the Contractor shall submit a list of the materials to be used for approval by the Contracting Officer or COR. The list shall include the manufacturers' name, brand name, and statement certifying that materials supplied meet or exceed contract requirements.

a. Supplies. Supplies to be furnished by the Contractor shall conform to the requirements specified below.

(1) Soaps. Soaps for restrooms shall conform to the following requirements. A liquid / foaming soap, approximately 15% concentrate shall be provided for use in existing dispenser. If a different type of dispenser is needed, the contractor will provide this at no additional cost following approval by COR. The soap may be mildly scented with lotion or emollients, conforming to one of the following manufacturers' brand names as specified, or an approved equal.

Dial, Calgon, SoftSoap, Purell, GoJo.

(2) Paper Towels and Toilet Paper. Paper towels and toilet paper shall conform to the following requirements.

The Contractor is responsible for determining the quantity of supplies needed for this contract.

(a) Paper towels shall suit the existing paper towel dispensers. The Contractor shall furnish adapters as required to suit existing paper towel dispensers at no additional cost to the Government. Paper towels should be commercial grade, highly absorbent, wet strength type. Factory reject type paper shall not be used in this contract.

Towels shall be delivered in unopened cartons.

(b) Toilet tissue shall be medium-soft, commercial grade, two ply. The rolls shall fit existing dispensers. If a different type of dispenser is needed, the contractor will provide this at no additional cost following approval by COR.

Factory reject type paper shall not be used in this contract. Paper shall be delivered in unopened cartons.

(3) Deodorizer. Deodorizer shall be standard commercial type as approved by the COR. Cake and cartridge deodorants shall be non-toxic, with a pleasant smell. No existing dispensers. Contractor may supply and install new dispensers upon approval of the COR.

(4) Disinfectant Germicidal. An approved chemical agent used for cleaning in order to destroy any harmful microorganisms.

(a) Waste Container Liners. Liners shall be of proper size to fit the containers, and be constructed of durable plastic.

(b) Stainless Steel Cleaner. An approved cleaner for use on stainless steel to clean and disinfect the surface without scratching. Cleaners shall be standard commercial type as approved by the COR.

(c) Sanitary Napkin Waste receptacle. Liners for the sanitary napkin waste receptacle shall be of proper size to fit containers and be constructed of durable waxed paper.

2. Equipment. All power driven equipment for vacuuming, floor scrubbing, waxing, polishing and pressure washing shall be of the commercial type, mechanically sound, safe to operate, and in a condition that will not harm or excessively wear existing finishes and floor coverings. Storage and use of the approved equipment shall be acceptable to the Contracting Officer or COR.

a. Electric Extension Cords. Extension cords shall be maintained in a manner as to have no bare or individual wires exposed and have an operational 3 pronged safety plug. Cords will be stored in a safe manner to avoid being in the way of personnel using storage areas.

b. Mop buckets and Mops. These items will be disinfected once a week to prevent buildup of odors in and on these items. Under no circumstances will used cleaning solution remain in bucket nor will mop remain in used cleaning solution from one day to another.