Iowa cleaning service contract template

Iowa Cleaning Service Contract

This Iowa Cleaning Service Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

• [Cleaning Service Legal Name], a [State] [Business Type, e.g., Corporation, LLC], with its principal place of business at [Cleaning Service Address], hereinafter referred to as “Service Provider,”
  • Contact Information:
    • Phone: [Cleaning Service Phone]
    • Email: [Cleaning Service Email]
    • Business Registration Number: [Business Registration Number]
    • License Number (if applicable): [License Number]

and

• [Client Legal Name], residing at/with its principal place of business at [Client Address], hereinafter referred to as “Client.”
  • Contact Information:
    • Phone: [Client Phone]
    • Email: [Client Email]

1. Scope of Services

• Option A: General Cleaning
  • The Service Provider shall provide general cleaning services at the Client’s [Property Type, e.g., residential, commercial] premises located at [Property Address]. The cleaning services will include:
    • Dusting all surfaces
    • Vacuuming carpets and floors
    • Mopping hard floors
    • Cleaning bathrooms (toilets, sinks, showers/tubs)
    • Cleaning kitchen (countertops, sink, exterior of appliances)
    • Emptying trash receptacles
• Option B: Detailed Cleaning (Specific Tasks)
  • The Service Provider shall provide detailed cleaning services as follows:
    • [Frequency, e.g., Weekly, Monthly] Cleaning of: [Specific Areas/Rooms]
    • Specific Tasks:
      • [Task 1, e.g., Window cleaning (interior)]
      • [Task 2, e.g., Floor waxing]
      • [Task 3, e.g., Carpet cleaning]
• Option C: Specialized Cleaning
  • The Service Provider shall provide specialized cleaning services for the following:
    • [Type of specialized cleaning, e.g., Post-construction cleanup, medical office disinfection]

2. Schedule and Access

• Option A: Fixed Schedule
  • Cleaning services will be performed on [Day(s) of the week] between the hours of [Start Time] and [End Time].
• Option B: Flexible Schedule
  • Cleaning services will be performed according to a schedule mutually agreed upon by the Service Provider and the Client, with at least [Number] days' notice.
• Option C: Access and Security
  • The Client will provide the Service Provider with access to the premises via [Method of Access, e.g., Key, Code].
  • The Service Provider shall be responsible for maintaining the security of the premises and shall immediately report any suspected security breaches to the Client and local authorities in accordance with Iowa law.

3. Materials and Equipment

• Option A: Provider Supplied
  • The Service Provider will supply all necessary cleaning materials and equipment. The Service Provider will use [Brand/Type of Cleaning Products].
• Option B: Client Supplied
  • The Client will supply all necessary cleaning materials and equipment. The Service Provider will use only the materials and equipment provided by the Client.
• Option C: Combination
  • The Service Provider will supply [List of Materials/Equipment], and the Client will supply [List of Materials/Equipment].
  • All cleaning products used must comply with Iowa environmental regulations.

4. Personnel Requirements

• Option A: General Staffing
  • The Service Provider will provide trained and qualified personnel to perform the cleaning services.
• Option B: Background Checks
  • The Service Provider will conduct background checks on all employees, consistent with Iowa law, who will be performing services at the Client's premises.
• Option C: Uniforms and Identification
  • All Service Provider personnel will wear uniforms and display identification badges while on the Client's premises.

5. Compliance

• Option A: General Compliance
  • The Service Provider shall comply with all applicable Iowa state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances, including but not limited to consumer protection laws, OSHA regulations, and health ordinances.
• Option B: Specific Compliance
  • The Service Provider shall comply with the following specific regulations:
    • [Specific Regulation 1, e.g., Iowa Department of Public Health guidelines for COVID-19]
    • [Specific Regulation 2, e.g., Local recycling ordinances]

6. Duration and Termination

• Option A: Fixed Term
  • This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and shall continue for a term of [Number] [Days/Weeks/Months], expiring on [End Date].
• Option B: Automatic Renewal
  • This Agreement shall automatically renew for successive terms of [Number] [Days/Weeks/Months], unless either party provides written notice of termination at least [Number] days prior to the end of the then-current term.
• Option C: Termination Clause
  • Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [Number] days written notice to the other party. The Service Provider may terminate immediately if the Client fails to pay.

7. Payment Terms

• Option A: Fixed Fee
  • The Client shall pay the Service Provider a fixed fee of [Amount] per [Frequency, e.g., week, month] for the services provided.
• Option B: Hourly Rate
  • The Client shall pay the Service Provider an hourly rate of [Amount] per hour for the services provided.
• Option C: Payment Schedule
  • The Client shall pay the Service Provider according to the following schedule:
    • [Payment Schedule Details, e.g., Monthly, upon completion of services]
  • Late payment penalties: A late fee of [Amount or Percentage] will be charged for payments received more than [Number] days past the due date.
  • All fees are subject to applicable Iowa state and local sales or use taxes.

8. Quality Standards

• Option A: Cleaning Checklist
  • The Service Provider shall adhere to the cleaning checklist attached as Exhibit A.
• Option B: Inspection and Acceptance
  • The Client shall inspect the completed services and notify the Service Provider of any deficiencies within [Number] hours of completion.
• Option C: Guarantee
  • The Service Provider guarantees the quality of its services. If the Client is not satisfied, the Service Provider will re-perform the services at no additional cost.

9. Insurance and Bonding

• Option A: Insurance Requirements
  • The Service Provider shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum coverage of [Amount] per occurrence and workers' compensation insurance as required by Iowa law.
• Option B: Proof of Insurance
  • The Service Provider shall provide the Client with certificates of insurance evidencing the required coverage.
• Option C: Bonding
  • The Service Provider shall maintain a surety bond in the amount of [Amount].

10. Indemnification and Liability

• Option A: Indemnification
  • The Service Provider shall indemnify and hold harmless the Client from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising out of or related to the Service Provider's negligence or willful misconduct.
• Option B: Limitation of Liability
  • The Service Provider's liability for any damages shall be limited to the amount of fees paid by the Client under this Agreement.
• Option C: Client Responsibility
  • The Client is responsible for providing a safe workspace for the Service Provider’s personnel.

11. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, labor disputes, and government regulations, as recognized under Iowa law.

12. Assignment and Subcontracting

The Service Provider shall not assign this Agreement or subcontract any of its obligations without the prior written consent of the Client. Any subcontractors must meet the same requirements as stated in this contract, including background checks, insurance, license, and legal compliance as required by Iowa law.

13. Confidentiality

The Service Provider shall maintain the confidentiality of any sensitive information encountered during the cleaning process, in compliance with Iowa privacy laws.

14. Non-Solicitation

During the term of this Agreement and for a period of [Number] [Months/Years] following termination, the Client shall not directly employ any of the Service Provider's personnel.

15. Dispute Resolution

• Option A: Mediation
  • Any disputes arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in [City, Iowa], prior to initiating any legal action.
• Option B: Arbitration
  • Any disputes arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
• Option C: Governing Law
  • This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa. The venue for any legal proceedings shall be [County, Iowa].

16. Notices

All notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by [Method of Delivery, e.g., mail, email] to the addresses set forth above.

17. Amendment and Waiver

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the waiving party.

18. Additional Provisions

[Additional Provisions, e.g., Green cleaning requirements, special event support]

19. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The terms of confidentiality, non-solicitation, indemnification, and limitations of liability will survive termination of this agreement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Cleaning Service Legal Name]

By: [Name of Authorized Representative]

Title: [Title of Authorized Representative]

[Client Legal Name]

By: [Name of Client or Authorized Representative]

Title: [Title of Client or Authorized Representative]