Fort Riley Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services
ID: W911RX-25-Q-0031Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT RILEYFORT RILEY, KS, 66442-0248, USA

NAICS

Industrial Launderers (812332)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING (S209)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Riley, Kansas, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Laundry and Dry-Cleaning services under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The contractor will be responsible for labor, supervision, vehicle transportation, facilities, equipment, and materials necessary for processing and returning laundry items, which is critical for maintaining operational readiness and hygiene standards for military personnel. This five-year contract, anticipated to begin on December 1, 2025, will be structured as a Firm Fixed Price with an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangement, with responses due to the Contract Specialist, Vernard Ross, via email by the specified deadline. Interested businesses must submit tailored capability statements that clearly outline their qualifications and organizational details, ensuring compliance with the applicable NAICS code 812332 and size standard of $47 million in annual revenue.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for contracted Laundry and Dry Cleaning (L&DC) services at Fort Riley, Kansas, under the Army Sustainment Command. The mission involves providing efficient L&DC operations, including accountability, processing, and delivery of specified items while adhering to applicable regulations. Key objectives include managing operations, maintaining cleanliness of items, and using eco-friendly products. The contract specifies a five-year term with a Firm Fixed Price arrangement, emphasizing non-personal services and management by the contractor. Performance tasks require adherence to quality standards, timely service delivery, and training for contractor personnel in safety and operational security. The contractor is accountable for government-owned items, ensuring compliance with health and environmental regulations. Additionally, a Quality Control Plan (QCP) must be developed to prevent service defects. The PWS serves as a comprehensive guide for executing and managing L&DC services, emphasizing the importance of accountability, safety, and environmental compliance.
    This document outlines specifications for various linen and specialty items required by government-operated dining facilities (DFAC) and military personnel. It includes a comprehensive list of items such as flat and fitted sheets, pillowcases, various types of blankets, and sleeping systems designated for TRADOC installations. Additional categories cover items specifically for DFAC usage like towels, aprons, uniforms, and food service-related items. The document also addresses the needs for deceased military personnel, detailing clothing care services such as dry cleaning and the provision of chaplain vestments, ceremonial uniforms, and other related materials. Furthermore, it mentions items like draperies, flags, and organizational colors, indicating a focus on maintaining military formality and decorum during official functions, including military funerals and presidential inaugurations. Overall, the memo serves as a functional guide for procurement, aiming to ensure appropriate supplies and services for military and government operations within specified parameters.
    The Fort Riley Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) issued a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for Laundry and Dry-Cleaning services, aiming to procure these services on a small business set-aside basis if two or more qualified small businesses respond. The services will be performed on-site at Fort Riley, KS, and include labor, supervision, transportation, facilities, and necessary equipment. While this notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), it invites businesses of any size to express their capabilities, outlining information required such as organization details and tailored capability statements. The anticipated contract will be a Firm Fixed Price with an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure, lasting five years starting December 1, 2025. The solicitation's NAICS code is 812320, with a size standard of $47 million in annual revenue. The government will assess capabilities to determine market capacity and potential competition. Responses must be submitted electronically to the designated Contract Specialist, with assurances that proprietary information will be protected. Overall, the notice serves to gauge interest and capacity in providing essential laundry services while emphasizing the importance of small business participation.
    The Fort Riley Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential small businesses that can provide Laundry and Dry-Cleaning services. The notice specifies that responses are required from at least two qualified small businesses to consider a set-aside for small business procurement. Key capabilities sought include labor, equipment, vehicle transportation, and necessary facilities for processing laundry needs at Fort Riley, Kansas. Participants must submit their organization details and tailored capability statements, demonstrating their capacity and understanding of the requirements. The applicable NAICS code is 812332, with a revenue limit of $47 million for small businesses. The anticipated contract structure is Firm Fixed Price with an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for five years, and it is expected to begin on December 1, 2025. The purpose of this notice is to guide future solicitations potentially leading to unrestricted competition based on the market research gathered. It should be noted that this notice does not constitute a solicitation or RFP, and responses will not be returned. No government funds will support preparation costs for the responses. Prospective contractors are encouraged to submit their inquiries via email to the designated Contract Specialist.
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