CUP Work Uniforms
ID: 75N99025R00004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNIH A E CONSTRUCTIONBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

NAICS

Linen Supply (812331)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING (S209)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/42590c756fbd48458c527d7aed21c7f7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to procure work uniforms for employees of the Central Utility Plant (CUP) in Bethesda, Maryland. The procurement involves supplying up to 280 Bulwark iQ Series Flame Resistant shirts and pants annually, which must be customized with NIH logos and comply with specific safety certifications to ensure employee safety in high-risk environments. This initiative underscores the NIH's commitment to maintaining safety standards and uniformity among its staff, essential for the effective operation of its critical infrastructure. Interested contractors should submit their proposals, including pricing and technical details, to the Contracting Officer, Brian Baek, at brian.baek@nih.gov by the deadline of December 26, 2024, with the contract period spanning from January 31, 2025, to January 30, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brian Baek
    (301) 435-1604
    brian.baek@nih.gov
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    75N99025R00004 (SOLICITATION DOCUMENT).pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for procuring Central Utility Plant (CUP) work uniforms over a defined period, spanning from January 31, 2025, to January 30, 2030. The procurement is intended to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to ensure a consistent supply of Bulwark iQ Series FR Shirts and Pants for new employees, contributing to worker safety and uniformity among staff. The scope includes providing up to 280 shirts and pants annually, customized with NIH logos and position emblems, adhering to specific safety certifications (e.g., ASTM, NFPA). Contractors must demonstrate qualifications by providing on-site measurements for sizing and ensuring timely delivery. The document specifies project management protocols, quality assurance guidelines, and deliverables such as uniform specifications and samples. Invoicing processes and compliance with regulatory requirements are also detailed, ensuring governmental standards are met throughout the acquisition process. The initiative highlights the government's commitment to equipping employees properly for safe operations within the NIH facilities.
    SOW - CUP Work Uniforms BPA 10-24-2024.docx
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Research Facilities seeks to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the procurement of work uniforms for employees of the Central Utility Plant (CUP) in Bethesda, Maryland. The project entails providing up to 280 Bulwark iQ Series Flame Resistant shirts and pants annually, customized to include the NIH logo and position emblems. The uniforms must comply with safety certifications and Arc Rating standards, ensuring employee safety in high-risk operational environments. The contractor must manage uniform sizing through onsite measurements, deliver uniforms within four weeks of notice, and provide a one-year warranty against defects. Compliance with the outlined specifications and timely submittal of samples and maintenance instructions is required. Project management will be overseen by designated contacts within NIH, and all communications should be directed through the Project Officer. Overall, this initiative emphasizes the NIH's commitment to maintaining safety standards and uniformity as it supports its critical infrastructure operations.
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