BL070-26 Provision of Pressure Washing Services on an Annual Contract

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July 29, 2026
INVITATION TO BID
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The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified service providers
for the Provision of Pressure Washing Services on an Annual Contract for various Gwinnett County Departments.
Bids should be typed or submitted in ink and returned in a sealed container marked on the outside with the BL# and
Company Name. Bids will be received until 2:50 P.M. local time on August 20, 2026 at the Gwinnett County
Financial Services - Purchasing Division - 2nd Floor, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. Any bid
received after this date and time will not be accepted. The bid opening will be virtual ONLY. To access the bid
opening virtually, visit the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/274555482850159?p=q6DbfZEgfNaNf90vmn or dial +1 323-676-6170 and
enter Conference ID 503 965 813 # Apparent bid results will be available the following business day on our website
www.gwinnettcounty.com.
A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026, inside Conference Room 105 located
at the Innovation Square, 446 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. All bidders are strongly urged to attend.
Questions regarding bids should be directed to Savannah Anderson, Purchasing Associate II, at
Savannah.Anderson@GwinnettCounty.com or by calling 770-822-8736, no later than Friday, August 7, 2026. Bids
are legal and binding upon the vendor when submitted. All bids should be submitted in duplicate.
Successful suppliers will be required to meet insurance requirements. The Insurance Company should be authorized
to do business in Georgia by the Georgia Insurance Department and must have an A.M. Best rating of A-7 or higher.
Gwinnett County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its programs or
activities. Any requests for reasonable accommodations required by individuals to fully participate in any open
meeting, program or activity of Gwinnett County Government should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the
Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, 770-822-8165.
The written bid documents supersede any verbal or written prior communications between the parties.
Award will be made to the contractor(s) submitting the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Gwinnett County
reserves the right to reject any or all bids to waive technicalities and to make an award deemed in its best interest.
Bids may be split or awarded in entirety. Gwinnett County reserves the option to negotiate terms, conditions and
pricing with the lowest responsive, responsible vendor(s) at its discretion.
Award notification will be posted after award on the County website, www.gwinnettcounty.com and companies
submitting a bid will be notified via email.
We look forward to your bid and appreciate your interest in Gwinnett County.
Savannah Anderson
Purchasing Associate II
SA
The following pages should be returned in duplicate as your bid: Bid Schedule, Page 17-20
References, Page 21
List of Subcontractors, Page 22
Code of Ethics, Page 28
E-Verify, Page 29

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A. Statement of Work
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners intends to obtain the services of qualified
service provider(s) to provide cleaning and pressure washing services on an as needed
basis. Award will be made to the service provider(s) submitting the lowest responsive and
responsible bid. This bid contains three sections. Section A is Pressure Washing, Section
B is Clean and Seal, and Section C is Sculpture Maintenance. Bidders can bid on one or
multiple sections. The County intends to award per section but reserves the right to make
an award deemed in the best interest of the County.
Service provider shall furnish all insurance, transportation, materials, equipment, supplies,
pumps, piping and hoses, parts, services, tools, supervision, labor, and all things necessary
to provide cleaning and pressure washing services to Gwinnett County on an on-call basis
in accordance with the attached Specifications. The actual volume of work performed is
not guaranteed and subject to change.
Services may be required at any County location. Regardless of the location, it is the service
provider's responsibility to determine the equipment needed, furnish the labor, equipment,
and materials for completing the work, and clean-up the site. Gwinnett County will furnish
the water required for the work; however, some locations may require the service provider
to provide a water tank, fill it up at another facilities, and transport it to the required location.
The service provider is responsible for providing the necessary labor, materials, and
equipment to transport the water from its source to the area of work.
Proposed cleaning and pressure washing services shall be written out and presented as
a detailed Work Order prior to the start of the work. All costs, assumptions, and
exclusions shall be included in the Work Order form and involve the use of the specific
identified materials, labor, and equipment actually used to complete the cleaning and
pressure washing service.
Work shall be performed on a not to exceed lump sum cost based on labor and equipment
rates as noted in the Bid Schedule and in accordance with the following minimum
specifications.
B. General Requirements
This submission will assist Gwinnett County in selecting service provider(s) to provide
cleaning and pressure washing services for various facilities throughout the County
including concrete and steel tanks; brick, masonry, and concrete buildings; sidewalks and
driveways; and any other structures or surfaces deemed necessary by the County.
Gwinnett County needs sufficient information to determine the selected service provider has
the necessary equipment, experience, and qualifications necessary to complete the
anticipated work in a professional manner, without risk of damage to the structures/surfaces
to be cleaned.
Proposed bid prices in the Bid Schedule will cover all labor, equipment, tools, chemicals,
materials, and accessories required to complete the services proposed under this contract.
The full cost of bid preparation is to be borne by the bidding service provider.
Gwinnett County normal business hours are Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 4:00PM. This may
vary by location. Locations will be given at the time service is requested.

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I. Qualifications
If requested, the service provider will be required to submit satisfactory evidence that
the service provider has a practical knowledge of the particular service bid, and that the
service provider has the necessary personnel, equipment, experience and financial
resources to provide the services requested. At a minimum, the service provider shall
meet the following requirements:
1. Proven ability to provide pressure washing on structures up to 40 feet tall or
within a structure that is up to 40 feet deep.
2. Own and maintain pressure washing equipment capable of:
a. providing washing pressures between 2,000 psi and 4,500 psi
b. providing hot or cold water pressure washing
c. being used with chemical (detergents, bleach, etc.) feeding equipment
d. being used with abrasive media feeding equipment
II. Availability of Equipment and Personnel
Upon request, provide the following information:
1. Provide a list of company owned equipment that will be utilized for this contract.
2. Identify the number of experienced personnel available within the metropolitan
Atlanta area who will provide service under this contract.
3. Identify the individual who will be responsible for field operations during pressure
washing service. A supervisor/manager must be available at all times, either on-
site or via phone, while work is being performed.
C. Minimum Specifications for Cleaning and Pressure Washing Services
1. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1.1. Work Schedule:
a. Service provider shall coordinate all work with the appropriate County personnel so that
a facility's functionality is not adversely impacted. Work shall not interfere with the
receiving of critical shipments of operating materials and supplies nor hinder the day-
to-day operation of the facility.
b. Schedules may vary between locations. Service provider will be required to contact the
appropriate personnel responsible for the structure being serviced to determine the
schedule.
c. SPECIAL NOTIFICATIONS: Service provider shall notify appropriate division contact to
obtain permission to begin work and shall not take any operating equipment out of
service. Work shall be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance when possible. Note that
Gwinnett County service demands shall dictate work schedules.
1.2. Site Conditions:
a. Service provider shall be responsible for obeying each facility's policies regarding
use of parking spaces.
b. Service provider shall be responsible for maintaining a hazard-free work area. All tools,
equipment, materials, apparatus, supplies and parts shall be neatly stored in a
designated area near the work site in full compliance with Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.

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c. Service provider shall only work and set-up equipment within the area designated by
the County. Full access to the existing facilities must be maintained at all times, unless
directed otherwise on a specific assignment.
d. Service provider may have limited use of 120-volt single phase, 208-volt 3-phase or 230-
volt 3-phase electric power, where available.
e. Service provider shall provide the necessary materials and equipment to obtain and
transport water provided by Gwinnett County from the County's source to the area of
work.
f. Service provider shall be responsible for providing toilet facilities and fresh drinking water
for service provider staff at remote sites where such facilities are not available.
1.3. Bid Pricing
The prices offered in the Bid Schedule shall be based on the following descriptions:
a. Cold Water Pressure Washing Area Basis
Measurement - Measurement shall be based on the actual number of square feet of
flat surfaces, fences and walls, or building or structure surface area, respectively,
cleaned via pressure washing.
Payment - The unit price bid under this pay item shall include furnishing all labor,
materials and equipment to provide pressure washing of structures and surface using
cold water including fuel, ladders and scaffolding, protection of adjacent surfaces not to
be cleaned, barricades, warning signs, run-off and pollution control, property protection
measures, cleanup, and all related appurtenances for satisfactory completion of the work.
b. Hot Water Pressure Washing Area Basis
Measurement - Measurement shall be based on the actual number of square feet of
flat surfaces, fences and walls, or building or structure surface area, respectively,
cleaned via pressure washing.
Payment - The unit price bid under this pay item shall include furnishing all labor,
materials, and equipment to provide pressure washing of structures and surface using
hot water including fuel, ladders and scaffolding, protection of adjacent surfaces not
to be cleaned, barricades, warning signs, run-off and pollution control, property
protection measures, cleanup, and all related appurtenances for satisfactory
completion of the work.
c. Chemical Cleaning Accessories
Measurement - Measurement shall be based on the actual number of gallons of
cleaning solution used to complete the work.
Payment - The unit price bid under this pay item shall include furnishing all labor,
materials, and equipment to provide chemical cleaning solutions for the pressure
washing activities including chemical feed equipment and containment equipment for
chemicals which pose an environmental risk.
d. Abrasive Cleaning Accessories
Measurement - Measurement shall be based on the actual number of pounds of
abrasive cleaning materials used to complete the work.
Payment - The unit price bid under this pay item shall include furnishing all labor,
materials, and equipment to provide abrasive cleaning materials for the pressure
washing activities including abrasive media feeding equipment and cleanup of media
upon completion of work.

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e. Subcontracting
Subcontracting for portions of the work will be allowed in the performance of
maintenance or repairs covered under this contract but only with the express written
permission of Gwinnett County. Service provider shall be capable of executing a
majority of the requirements of this contract with "in-house" staff and without the
exclusive use of sub-service providers. The unauthorized use of sub service providers
can result in cancellation of the contract.The service provider should submit to the
County for review, a list of the firms subcontracting under this contract.
f. Power Man Lift Equipment
Measurement - Measurement shall be based on the actual number of hours a powered
man lift is used to complete the work.
Payment - The unit price bid under this pay item shall include furnishing all labor,
materials, and equipment to provide power man lifting equipment for access to tall
structures including transportation and delivery, additional personnel for operation,
wheel mats for protection of surfaces driven over, and all safety equipment.
g. Clean and Seal Projects
This invitation shall be used to support capital maintenance projects. Gwinnett County
performs these at regular intervals across the building portfolio. In addition to pressure
washing services, the service provider shall provide building sealing and caulking
services as part of the County's scheduled exterior maintenance program. Sealing and
caulking shall include the preparation and sealing of masonry, concrete, stucco, joints,
penetrations, windows, control joints, and other designated building envelope elements.
These services are considered routine, planned maintenance, and shall be performed in
accordance with manufacturer specifications and industry's best practices. The service
provider shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete these
services. Sealing and caulking will be performed with pressure washing projects at the
request of Gwinnett County. The service provider shall follow and be held up to the
standards outlined in the checklist in Section 4.3. Clean and Seal Checklist.
h. Painting in Support of Clean and Seal Projects
The service provider may perform minor, incidental painting only when such painting is
directly required to complete, restore, or finish surfaces associated with Clean and Seal
projects. Painting shall not be performed as standalone work and shall only occur when
directly supporting the clean-and-seal scope as requested or approved by Gwinnett
County. All painting materials and application methods shall comply with manufacturer
specifications and industry's best practices.
i. Caulking
The service provider shall provide exterior caulking of masonry, concrete, stucco, window
systems, penetrations and other designated building envelope joints. Work shall include
surface preparation, removal of loose or failing material, and application of new caulking
in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Caulking will be billed by the linear foot
for labor and materials will be billed at the material markup rates as stated in the bid
schedule.
j. Sealant with Backer Rod
The service provider shall provide all labor, equipment, and installation services
necessary for the placement of joint sealant with backer rod at locations identified in the
Scope of Work. Labor for Joint Sealant and backer rod shall be priced per linear foot, with
materials priced at the mark up rates as stated in the Bid Schedule.

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k. Masonry Sealer
In support of clean and seal projects the service provider shall be responsible for the
installation of Masonry sealer on specified surfaces. The labor for applying masonry
sealer shall be billed by the square foot at the rates as stated in the Bid Schedule. The
Sealant shall be billed at the material markup rates as stated in the Bid Schedule.
1.4. Extra Work:
In the event that extra work not specifically listed in either the Bid Schedule or minimum
specifications is required, such work must be duly authorized in advance and in writing by
Gwinnett County at a fixed lump sum, based upon the time and materials prices bid, after the
service provider has provided: 1) a written and detailed cost breakdown, 2) estimated completion
time and 3) justification for the work in question. Verbal agreements between service provider
and Gwinnett County employees shall not be binding.
1.5. Rental Equipment:
Lifts and other equipment that might be needed will be addressed on an "as needed" basis
depending on the structure. The equipment rental line item will cover the cost of any of these
items if the service provider does not already have one. Rental equipment must be approved by
County representative. When rental equipment is used all back up documentation must be
provided at invoice submission before it will be paid.
1.6. Standards, Permits, and Licenses:
Service provider shall perform an on-site inspection of the proposed job-sites prior to submitting
a bid for providing pressure washing services. Service provider shall familiarize themselves with
the existing facilities, locations of the electrical equipment, and other details, which may affect
their work. Drawings supplied by Gwinnett County are assumed to be accurate; however, service
provider is responsible for field checking all particulars and familiarizing themselves with relevant
conditions prior to performing any work.
1.7. On-site Inspection:
Gwinnett County may conduct inspections of the equipment and services provided to verify
compliance with the contract, acceptable performance of the pressure washing and cleaning
systems, and check for damage to Gwinnett County facilities and adjacent property.
2. BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Service provider shall be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and
accessories for cleaning and pressure washing county facilities in accordance with these
documents. Service provider shall provide the pricing for labor, materials, and equipment to cover
the complete costs for their services.
2.1. Minimum Pressure Washing Requirements
Service provider will be responsible for identifying the best method for cleaning the
structures/surfaces identified by Gwinnett County and clearly defining the method, equipment,
and approach to be used in the work proposal. Items which must be considered for development
of the work proposal include:
a. Surface to be Cleaned - take into consideration the surface/structure to be cleaned and
what equipment will be required for proper access. Additionally, consider the contaminant
on the surface (mold/mildew, grease, clay/dirt, soot, etc.) and select the proper equipment
and techniques accordingly.
b. Equipment Pressure - provide and use pressure washing equipment which furnishes a
pressure suitable for the surface being washed. Service provider will be responsible for any

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damage to surfaces due to excessive pressure.
c. Protection of Adjacent Property - service provider shall provide the necessary equipment
and materials to protect adjacent structures and property during pressure washing. Control
overspray and prevent chemical cleaning agents from damaging surfaces not included in
the work.
d. Erosion Protection - protect the adjacent ground from erosion due to the run-off of the
water used during pressure washing.
e. Pollution Protection - when chemical cleaning agents are being used, provide the necessary
means to protect surrounding property, especially streams and drainage channels, from
contamination. If chemicals used pose an environmental risk, run-off from pressure
washing activities is to be captured and not allowed to enter storm water drainage systems.
f. Pedestrian Protection - where pressure washing is to be performed in areas with pedestrian
traffic, provide the necessary barricades, covers, etc. to protect pedestrians from the work.
g. Traffic Control - if pressure washing activities will impact vehicular traffic on public or
private roads, or in paring areas, service provider is to provide the necessary traffic control
devices to ensure safe flow of traffic through the work area. All traffic control measures are
to be in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and
Highways (MUTCD).
h. Freeze Protection - when pressure washing occurs during cold weather, service provider is
to provide the necessary measures to prevent ice formation on roads, sidewalks, parking
lots, or other areas used for pedestrian or vehicular traffic. If icing does occur, service
provider shall provide warning signs and the necessary labor, equipment and materials to
remove the ice (scraping, salt, etc.).
Service provider will be granted site access to any facilities authorized to be pressure washed
under this contract. Service provider shall obtain allowable access and work times from county
personnel prior to submittal of the work proposal.
Service provider is responsible for providing all necessary equipment for accessing buildings,
tanks, and other structures to be cleaned, including but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, man
lifts, etc. Where a line item is not included on the Bid Schedule for particular equipment the
cost of the equipment is to be included in the hourly rate for the pressure washing.
3. DEFINITIONS
Wherever used in this Agreement, whether in the singular or in the plural, the following terms
shall have the following meanings:
For Line Items 1 & 2 on the Bid Schedule, "Flat Surface" is intended for use on areas including,
but not limited to, sidewalks, stairs, and slabs.
3.1. For Line Items 1 & 2 on the Bid Schedule, "Vertical Surface" is intended for use on areas
including, but not limited to, fences, retaining walls residential/utility buildings or smaller.
3.2. For Line Items 1 & 2 on the Bid Schedule, "Buildings/Structures" is intended for use on areas
including, but not limited to, basins/reservoirs, one story to larger/taller facility buildings,
tanks, and clearwells.
4. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
4.1. Request for Service
Upon receipt of a request for service, service provider's agents should coordinate and schedule
a site inspection with County facility representative to familiarize themselves with the existing
site location and environment, and any other details that may affect the project cost estimate.
Service provider should then provide Gwinnett County with a binding estimate for the project
based upon the equipment and labor rates bid in the Bid Schedule within three (3) days of site
visit. Service provider may at the request of Gwinnett County, be required to furnish a

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comprehensive bill of materials before authorization to begin is given. In all respects, Service
Provider must obtain approval from Gwinnett County before beginning any billable work. Work
exceeding the scope of the original binding estimate must be approved in writing by Gwinnett
County on a case-by-case basis before the fact, and only after service provider has submitted
a detailed written explanation for the need, a firm not-to-exceed cost to complete the project,
and a firm project completion date. Verbal agreements between Gwinnett County and service
provider are not binding.
4.2. Invoice Documentation
Invoices shall include the Purchase Order number, Gwinnett County project number and the
contract number. All costs must be tied to the rates bid in the Bid Schedule. Upon receiving a
written request from the Treasury and Accounting Services Division, service provider shall
provide a detailed cost breakdown of any particular invoice such that Gwinnett County can drill-
down to tie the job costs to the individual rates, overhead and profit as verification of contract
compliance. Service provider is required to maintain a complete set of records including all
supporting documentation, including but not limited to, rental and materials receipts and written
correspondence for all work performed under this contract for the life of the contract plus one
full year thereafter. Gwinnett County reserves the right to access and to review any such
records during this time period. Payment will be made NET 30 from date of invoice under this
contract and final acceptance by Gwinnett County. Any invoices showing discrepancies will be
withheld from payment until full documentation is provided. Such documentation shall verify
service provider's costs of equipment used and labor upon request of Gwinnett County.
4.3 Clean and Seal Checklist
Pre-clean Inspection
* Surfaces assessed for damage, stains, coatings or repairs needed
* Loose debris removed prior to deep cleaning
* All sensitive materials protected (landscaping, electrical, storefront, vehicles)
* Water access confirmed and drainage path identified
* Washing plan established
Cleaning Process
* All stains (oil, rust, etc.) pretreated
* All areas washed using appropriate method according to plan
* Chemicals applied and fully rinsed
* Exterior soft washes shall include the cleaning of exterior windows. No streaking or
residue left on windows, walls or ground.
* Surfaces fully cleaned and allowed to dry
Caulking and Joint Sealant
* Surface completely dry (verified by moisture test if necessary)
* Weather suitable for installation, including rain chance, humidity and temperature
* No dust, debris or loose dirt present

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* Previous caulk or joint sealant completely removed
* Using correct, specified products
* Backer rod correct diameter (25-50% larger than joint width)
* Backer rod not twisted, stretched, or punctured; provides uniform smooth backing
* Materials installed per manufacturer's specifications
Masonry Sealer
* Material shaken or stirred as required by manufacturer
* Small area tested and approved for appearance and absorption rate
* Sealer applied in continuous, even coats with no gaps, runs, or overspray
* Coverage rate monitored to meet manufacturer requirement
* Work performed top to bottom to prevent streaking or drips
* Penetrating sealer allowed to fully soak before excess is removed (if necessary)
* Adjacent surfaces inspected and cleaned of overspray immediately
* Lot numbers, batch info, coverage totals, and areas completely recorded
* Final inspection completed and approved before demobilization
Visual Inspection
* Sheen level consistent
* No roller lines, swirls, haze, or clouding
* No bubbling, peeling, or missed spots
* Adjacent surfaces not damaged or over sprayed
Post work
* Tape, coverings, and barriers removed
* Tools, equipment and extra materials removed
* Entryways, walkways and egresses are clear
Documentation
* Photos taken before, during, and after work performed
* Sealer product batch numbers recorded
* Client walkthrough completed
4.4. Sculpture Maintenance
a) Service provider shall provide all labor materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision
necessary to perform cleaning and preservation services to Bicentennial and Trailhead

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sculptures.
b) Cleaning shall be performed twice annually.
c) Protective waxing shall be performed once annually
d) The service provider shall be responsible for restoring each sculpture to a clean uniform
appearance consistent with its original finish, regardless of the level of soiling, staining or
environmental exposure, or neglect present at the time of service.
e) No additional compensation or adjustment to pricing shall be allowed based on the condition,
accessibility, or degree of cleaning required to restore the sculptures to their original or
intended condition.
5. SERVICE LOCATIONS
On the following pages is a list of Gwinnett County facilities that may require pressure washing
services under this contract. However, there may be facilities not listed here that require pressure
washing services during the life of this contract. Locations may be added, removed, or changed
throughout the life of the contract.