In alignment with our goal of maintaining our university in a clean, safe, and sustainable condition, custodial support may be necessary post event activity.

Additional custodial event support will be required for the following:

The event space has “Pre-Cleaning” requested
The event space has “food” impacting the following user, but does not fall within the Self-Cleaning criteria below
The event space has special activities, i.e. pumpkin carving, arts & crafts, etc.

Event Cleaning Charges 
University events requiring pre- or post-cleaning will accrue charges. Please contact Facilities Management at facility@uw.edu for details or questions on this service.

“Food Use” Definition
Cleaning costs are based on “food use” within UW Tacoma spaces that will require removal/disposal prior to the next assigned user accessing the space (including food containers, waste, debris on floors and/or surfaces, etc.).  This will be based upon attendee count and type of food served, such as boxed lunches, buffet-style provisions and multiple refreshment containers that will affect the cleanliness for the next users of the assigned event space. Food may not be left overnight within campus spaces. 

 

Self-Cleaning is NOT allowed in the following locations:

  • WPH, MLG 110, & GWP 320 (Dawn Lucien Boardroom)
  • KEY Auditorium and/or Atrium
  • SNO Powerhouse   

Self-Cleaning may be allowed, if:

  • Allowed Space has less than 25 attendees with small snacks/pizza only

  • Allowed Space handing out non-perishable packaged snacks

Self-Cleaning is REQUIRED if:

  • In any Breakout Space

You will need to include corresponding details on your 25Live event requirements.

 

Hourly Rates (effective October 1st, 2025)

  • Regular Hours (Monday–Friday): $50.00/hour
  • After-Hours (Monday–Friday after 8:30 PM & Weekends): $58.00/hour
    (Minimum 2-hour charge applies)

Emergency Custodial Charges
If food is served at your event, and you have not noted this in 25Live, emergency custodial fees may apply.

  • Classrooms: $100
  • Conference rooms (excluding WPH spaces): $100
  • William Philip Hall Event Spaces: $275
  • Jane Russell Commons, Philip Hall: $100