Need a Commercial Services / Cleaning Services / Office Cleaning Contract in North Dakota? AroundWire Can Help

In North Dakota, contracts for commercial office cleaning services typically specify detailed scopes of work, service frequency, and performance standards, with clear delineation of responsibilities between the contractor and the client. Most contracts require the cleaning service provider to hold a North Dakota business license; while there is no state-level janitorial-specific license, local municipalities (notably Fargo and Bismarck) may have additional registration or permit requirements. Contractors must comply with OSHA health and safety regulations and, where applicable, state labor laws governing wages and working conditions. Insurance is a key contractual component: general liability insurance is standard, often with minimum coverage requirements of $1 million per occurrence, and workers’ compensation insurance is mandatory if the contractor employs staff, as required by North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI). Indemnification clauses protecting the client from third-party claims are common. Payment terms usually stipulate net 30 days from invoice, but some public contracts may include prompt payment provisions under North Dakota Century Code § 54-44.4. Contracts often address risk factors such as background checks for cleaning staff and confidentiality regarding sensitive client information. Dispute resolution typically favors negotiation or mediation before litigation, and North Dakota law is usually specified as governing law. Public sector contracts may be subject to additional procurement regulations, including bonding or affirmative action requirements.