Laundry and Linen Services | Erie VA Medical Center
ID: 36C24425Q0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Industrial Launderers (812332)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING (S209)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/00a93003eaa04956b9e9b232d2f70e60/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential vendors to provide laundry and linen services for the Erie VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. This procurement aims to establish a firm-fixed-price contract for a duration of five years, encompassing comprehensive laundry services, including linen inventory management, cleaning, and transportation, while adhering to strict health and safety standards. The initiative underscores the importance of maintaining sanitary conditions and quality service in healthcare operations, particularly for the benefit of veterans. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 13, 2024, to Contracting Officer Stephanie McFadden at stephanie.mcfadden@va.gov, and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to contract award.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephanie McFadden, Contracting Officer
    stephanie.mcfadden@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0002.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking market research to identify potential vendors for laundry and linen services at the Erie VA Medical Center. This notice is not a solicitation but aims to gather information on available capabilities for a firm-fixed-price contract over five years. Respondents are required to provide their company details, including socio-economic status, relevant experience, and NAICS code compliance (812332). Key clauses regarding small business set-asides may be included in a future solicitation, reinforcing VA's commitment to working with veteran-owned businesses. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 13, 2024, via email to the designated contracting officer. The progression from this notice may lead to an official solicitation announcement after reviewing the responses. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for contractors prior to contract award. This initiative reflects the VA's ongoing efforts to enhance service provision for veterans while adhering to government procurement policies.
    SOW - Laundry and Linen Services - Erie VA Medical Center.pdf
    The Statement of Work for the Erie VA Medical Center outlines the requirements for providing laundry and linen services over a five-year contract. The contractor is responsible for delivering complete laundry services, including the management of linen inventory, cleaning, and transportation, while adhering to health and safety standards set by industry and regulatory bodies. Personal clothing and select specialty linens will be provided by the government. The contractor must maintain rigorous sanitary conditions, with processes to separate clean and soiled linens, ensuring the use of appropriate ventilation systems. It is mandatory for contractor personnel to have relevant certifications, and there are strict privacy and security requirements for employees. The document details operational protocols, including service schedules on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and expectations for quality control through regular inspections. The contractor is also required to maintain a transparent inventory system and handle any losses of government property. Additionally, the plan covers emergency situations, transition periods for new contractors, and comprehensive guidelines for packaging and transporting laundered items, ensuring that all procedures conform to local, state, and federal regulations. This document establishes a clear framework for the contractor's responsibilities, highlighting the government's emphasis on quality service and safety in the management of healthcare laundry operations.
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