Is there a better way than bidding?
Titan Cleaning Services has close to two dozen cleaning accounts. They range from small office spaces to multi-level condo buildings. This past year we bid on close to 40 jobs all varying in size. Typically business call to gets estimates because they are not happy with the current level of cleaning taking place. Typically, paper and debris left week after week, no shows on the day(s) cleaning was needed, kitchen counters left a mess and bathroom floors with staining. Often we get told that we are one of a few businesses being called to bid. The reason for this is to price check and usually that means the lowest bidder will get the job. However, why cant a different approach be taken. Disclosing the budget requirements for cleaning either up front or at the end of the property inspection can actually be a good thing. For example if we go to a facility that is 6,000 sq ft and they are looking for cleanings twice a week we would figure out what else is needed during each