Police cars detail

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GenesisCoupe

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Hi everyone!

I will be quoting to detail approximately 42 police cars in my local township.

It will be a rinseless wash, and a quick interior detail which will consist of vacuum, plastic wipe-down (303 Aerospace) and windows.

What should i quote per car?

I was thinking approximately $15 per car. There will be 2 people working on these cars.

Any input is greatly appreciated!
 
True, thank you for that. I think however the department gives the cars to another detailer once some sort of bodily fluid has been exposed in the car.

Should I bring my steam cleaner you suggest? :)
 
GenesisCoupe said:
True, thank you for that. I think however the department gives the cars to another detailer once some sort of bodily fluid has been exposed in the car.

Should I bring my steam cleaner you suggest? :)
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Bring a UV light and go CSI inspector before you even quote the job. :D

Then you may want to invest in Tyvek jumpsuits.
 
That sounds sort of "cheap". But, I'd imagine, they're vying for the lowest cost per vehicle, budgets prevail.

My money strapped, crying their eyes out for money township, just approved $250K for updated electronics in their vehicles, to better nab turds, communication, and almost $27K for new Glock 17 and 19 pistols. And it's like Mayberry RFD here, I don't think there's 40 cops on the force.

And of course a boatload of magazines, 3 per officer to go with.
Looks like they wanna do some damage badly.

Maybe catch up with "albuturkey" a bit.
 
Watch out for needles, syringes that may have been missed.
 
Thank You all for the input.

I think i will invest in those gloves that protect against knife cuts and any sharp objects.

I have to find out where they get their cars cleaned right now and how much it costs, then i can compare my prices and see what i can negotiate.
 
We run plastic bench seats in the back of our patrol cars. Not many places to hide needles etc although its wise to use caution.
Now the front half of the car is another story. I drop a pen between the seat and computer console and I consider it GONE. No way I'm sticking my hand down there only to find what someone's dinner particles look like after six months. I would charge more for the interior alone.
 
I used to have a contract cleaning a fleet of county sheriffs vehicles, including 2 helicopters, and a couple of larger tactical vehicles.

Don't be afraid to bid the job at a rate that makes it worth your while. They will have a budget for these things and I found that (at least with my contract) they were willing to pay for quality work.

At $15 per car I think you're very low.
 
How long do you estimate each car will take? How much will your supplies cost? Divide by 2 and that is your hourly wage for each person. I think you are a little low.
 
I think your on target with price there's 42 vehicles here.The only dilemma is the winter can be a little tough cleaning really dirty exteriors.I was doing progressive they had 19 escapes for 17.50 in and out every 2 weeks good luck getting the bid.
 
ronkh57 said:
Watch out for needles, syringes that may have been missed.
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RottenII said:
We run plastic bench seats in the back of our patrol cars. Not many places to hide needles etc although its wise to use caution.
Now the front half of the car is another story. I drop a pen between the seat and computer console and I consider it GONE. No way I'm sticking my hand down there only to find what someone's dinner particles look like after six months. I would charge more for the interior alone.
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Dylan@RUPES said:
I used to have a contract cleaning a fleet of county sheriffs vehicles, including 2 helicopters, and a couple of larger tactical vehicles.

Don't be afraid to bid the job at a rate that makes it worth your while. They will have a budget for these things and I found that (at least with my contract) they were willing to pay for quality work.

At $15 per car I think you're very low.
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rlmccarty2000 said:
How long do you estimate each car will take? How much will your supplies cost? Divide by 2 and that is your hourly wage for each person. I think you are a little low.
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Thanks all!

I estimate 30 minutes per car with 2 people working on it.

Supplies i have, and a lot of it.

I will start at a higher quote but i will also be prepared to go lower if the need arises. Just have to set my my minimum desired fee per car as well.
 
Is it once a month,or every 2 weeks that's gonna be the catcher.
 
GSKR said:
Is it once a month,or every 2 weeks that's gonna be the catcher.
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Thanks for your input.

This is a one time deal.

I detailed the chief's personal car and he was so happy with it that he wants me to do all the squad cars.
 
$15.00 a car is way too low.
How would you even break even on that price point with two people working?
You need to charge much more.

Start the bidding high say $65.00 a car.
Take no less than $40.00 per car.
Otherwise you are giving away your work.
If they can find someone that charges less, so be it.

You don't get respect for being a cheap date.
 
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