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File #: 25-175    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Consent Agenda
File created: 12/11/2025 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 1/27/2026 Final action:
Title: Extension of CEA for Janitorial Services
Attachments: 1. Resolution-Janitorial CEA Extension-R, 2. EDS Ammendment, 3. NO RTA 3 Loc. J FY 26-28

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Extension of CEA for Janitorial Services

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DESCRIPTION: To authorize CEA Extension for Janitorial Services

AGENDA NO: Click or tap here to enter text. 

ACTION REQUEST: Approval     Review Comment  Information Only    Other

 

RECOMMENDATION:

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To authorize the Chief Executive Officer to extend the existing Janitorial CEA agreement with Employment Development Services (EDS) for a term of three years for an amount not to exceed $1,835,520.70.

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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:

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On March 1, 2025, RTA entered into a pilot CEA agreement with Employment Development Services (EDS), an organization contracted with Goodwill, to provide janitorial services supporting the maintenance and cleanliness of the agency’s facilities. Since the inception of the agreement, EDS has demonstrated consistent performance and reliability, delivering high-quality janitorial services, ensuring that operational standards are met across all serviced locations.

As the current agreement approaches its expiration date, the continuation of these services remain essential to sustaining clean, safe and functional facilities.

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DISCUSSION:

EDS has consistently provided high-quality janitorial services. Staff are recommending a continuation of services for three (3) years to ensure uninterrupted service while maintaining operational efficiency and continuity. Based on current service needs and anticipated facility requirements, the total cost for the three (3) year extension is projected not to exceed $1,835,520.70.

The extension will allow the agency to continue receiving necessary janitorial support while also providing sufficient time to evaluate long-term service strategies and procurement options.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Funding for this extension is made available through local account 01-2843-99-7621-127-89-00-00000-00000 with a total amount not to exceed $1,835,520.70.

 

Year One Monthly Cost 3/1/2023 - 2/28/2027

Year Two Monthly Cost 3/01/2027 - 2/28/2028

Year Three Monthly Cost 3/01/2028 - 2/28/2029

Three-Year Total

Canal

                                 $31,649.72

                                 $32,292.29

                                            $32,940.28

                $1,162,587.48

New Orleans East

                                    $13,902.21

                                 $14,184.46

                                        $14,469.09

                    $510,669.12

Carrolton

                                     $3,746.70

                                   $3,822.77

                                           $3,899.47

                  $137,627.28

Total Monthly cost

                                   $49,298.63

                                 $50,299.52

                                       $51,308.84

              $1,810,883.88

One-Time Additional Services

Windows New Orleans East

                                       $1,200.00

                                $1,260.84

                                           $1,323.88

                      $3,784.72

Total Window/Lobby Cleaning (Canal)

                                    $6,400.00

                                  $6,719.16

                                           $7,055.12

                   $20,174.28

Additional Hours/per 10 hours

                                         $221.48

                                   $225.91

                                                $230.43

                           $677.82

Total annual cost

                              $599,405.04

                           $611,800.15

                                 $624,315.51

               1,835,520.70

 

NEXT STEPS:

Upon Board approval, staff will finalize agreements and CEA for continuing services.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. EDS Amendment

3. EDS Proposal

 

 

Prepared By:                                          Shirelle LaMothe-Lodge

Title:                                                               Facilities Manager

                                                               

Reviewed By:                     Ryan Moser

Title:                                                               Chief Asset Management Officer

 

Reviewed By:                     Gizelle Banks

Title:                                                               Chief Financial Officer

                                                               1/4/2026

Lona Edwards Hankins                                                                                                                              Date

Chief Executive Officer