The intent of this proposal to establish prices for an all-inclusive grout cleaning and sealing contract for each library listed. It is the intent of the City of Baton Rouge to award this contract to one vendor. The square
footage of grout to be cleaned and sealed is approximate for each location. Sufficient personnel must be furnished to perform work efficiently and in a reasonable amount of time. It is the responsibility of the
contractor to provide well-trained personnel to execute the scope of work. The contractor must inform their employees of the requirements of the contract and must provide orientation as to the particular library branch
they will be working. Contractor will furnish all materials, protective coverings, cleaning solvents, grout sealers, machinery, equipment (in good working condition), labor, supervision and insurance to perform the services listed.
Vendor to provide all labor, supplies and equipment necessary to clean and seal grout tile at library locations listed below.
The Contractor shall furnish materials, supplies and equipment as needed to perform the work described herein, including, but not limited to: sealant, cleaning solvent, brushes, hard surface cleaners, buckets and sponges.
The Contractor shall perform grout cleaning and sealing with methods suited to the building and flooring, without causing damage to the building or flooring.
Cleaning personnel shall protect flooring when placing cleaning materials on them. Each area shall have an initial cleaning to clear any debris, and receive a through grout cleaning using proper solvents, before the grout
and tile is sealed according product manufacturer's instructions.
Surrounding surfaces shall be protected during work so as not to damage walls or other flooring with cleaning and sealing solvents.
The Library assumes no responsibility for safeguarding any of the Contractor's material, equipment or supplies stored at the worksite and used in the performance of duties.
All inquiries shall be received by 5:00 p.m. on April 5, 2024.
Contact Regarding Inquiries:
Purchasing Analyst: Sheneka Sylvan
Telephone Number: 225-389-3259 x 3263
Email: ssylvan@brla.gov Site visit info :
The other Library sites can be visited within each Library's normal working hours (listed in this document); it will be the vendor's responsibility to set up a visitation schedule and to allow ample time to visit all facilities.
Bidders must visit all sites, obtain Library Representative signatures from each site, and submit their completed Site Visit Sign-In Sheet with their bid
Bidders who fail to visit all sites, obtain Library Representative signatures from all sites, or submit their completed Site Visit Sign-In Sheet with their submission will have their bid deemed nonresponsive.
Questions regarding the pre-bid conference or job site visit may be directed to Alvin Rattle (225) 231-3779. Bid opening info :
The City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Purchasing Division, is offering teleconference
and in-person attendance by vendors at public bid openings for bids published by our office. Any vendor
who would like to listen to the opening of this bid can access the following link, at the date and time of
this bid opening: United States Toll (Jacksonville) +1-904-900-2303
United States Toll (Los Angeles) +1-213-306-3065
This link will provide you with live audio access to this bid opening. The link will be live at the noted bid
opening time and date.
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