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Committee Approves One‑Year Janitorial Contract; Requests Cost‑Benefit Analysis on In‑House Option
Summary
The committee approved a one‑year renewal with Eco Clean Maintenance Inc. for janitorial services not to exceed $169,212 and asked staff to provide a cost‑benefit analysis comparing outsourcing with bringing services in‑house.
The Administration and Public Works Committee approved a one‑year renewal for janitorial services at various city facilities with Eco Clean Maintenance Inc., not to exceed $169,212.
Council members asked whether the work could be performed in‑house. Staff said the city does not currently have sufficient staffing to take on all janitorial duties and that outsourcing has been used for several years because it generally lowers costs. Staff offered to prepare a cost‑benefit analysis that would show the fiscal tradeoffs and potential staffing needs if the city were to internalize the service.
The renewal removes roughly 2,100 hours previously in the contract and adds supplemental cleaning at the Robert Crown facility, a high‑use building that requires more frequent cleaning. Staff said they would confirm whether the contracted amount is lower than the original contract total and supply comparative figures as requested.
The motion to renew passed on voice vote.
