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As illustrated, the square footage cost varies widely from <br /> building to building. Additionally, the level of services <br /> vary widely, different entities define routine service and <br /> non-routine services differently. Non-routine service <br /> requires addditional cost . The measurement of the level of <br /> service and cost associated is complex and many factors must <br /> be considered in evaluating the performance of building <br /> cleaning. In comparison analysis with other local government <br /> custodial services, one can only generalize what the true <br /> cost would be to contract out custodial services nor can we <br /> pre-determine what level of services we would receive. The <br /> only true way of assessing cost for contract custodial <br /> services is to prepare specifications, receive bids and <br /> evaluate them. Then evaluate contract performance to <br /> determine if the contractor can meet the required level of <br /> service and contract requirement . <br /> Orange County Staff has taken measures to save money in <br /> cleaning: <br /> 1 . New positions have not been granted since 1985-86 <br /> budget years . <br /> 2 . Changed work hours from 1 : 00 P. M. to 9 : 00 P. M . and <br /> from 3 : 00 P. M. to 11 : 00 P. M. to increase <br /> productivity - exception one custodian 6 : 00 A. M. to <br /> 2 : 00 P. M. <br /> 3 . Supervisor performs routine inspection to evaluate <br /> custodial employee performance . <br /> 4 . Developed project teams for non-routine services. <br /> 5 . Reassigned staff to maximize performance . <br /> 6 . Provides in-house training on use of equipment and <br /> cleaning supplies . <br /> 7 . Shares equipment among buildings. <br /> 8 . Purchases cleaning supplies in large quantities and <br /> when possible, under State contract . <br /> In conclusion, the Orange County Custodial Staff provides a <br /> high level of service at a reasonable cost . To measure the <br /> cleaning services provided, one must consider the type of <br /> cleaning performed, the method and equipment used and the <br /> level of service desired by the building occupants . There is <br /> always the opportunity to change the frequency of services <br /> ( and therefore, the quality) or simply eliminate certain <br /> activities, but we must also be aware of the ramifications in <br /> terms of effect on service. <br /> Should you have questions or need additional information, <br /> please do not hesitate to contact me . <br /> Attachments : 5 <br />