S209--LAUNDERING CHEMICAL SERVICES
ID: 36C24625Q0412Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Soap and Other Detergent Manufacturing (325611)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING (S209)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c129ee5315bc4a17a5cac581843ab400/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with UNX Industries Inc. for Laundering Chemical Services at the Richmond VA Medical Center. The contract encompasses the maintenance and installation of dispensing equipment, along with monthly testing of water softness, chlorine strength, wash titrations, and pH levels of linens, as well as the pickup and disposal of empty chemical drums. This procurement is critical for ensuring the effective laundering of medical linens, utilizing essential chemicals such as detergents and bleaches, and will be in effect from February 28, 2025, to February 27, 2026, with three additional one-year options. Interested vendors must submit written qualifications by February 15, 2025, and can contact Contract Specialist Stephen Nassan at stephen.nassan@va.gov or 757-251-5118 for further information.

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    Contract SpecialistStephen Nassan
    (757) 251-5118
    stephen.nassan@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Special Notice to negotiate a sole source contract with UNX INDUSTRIES INC. for Laundering Chemical Services at the Richmond VA Medical Center. The contract includes the maintenance and installation of dispensing equipment and the monthly performance of water softness, chlorine strength, wash titrations, and pH testing of linens. The contractor will be responsible for the pickup and disposal of empty chemical drums, with a minimum requirement of 30 drums. An automated chemical dispensing system will be supplied loan-free. The contract covers various chemicals essential for the laundering process, such as detergents and bleaches, and will be in effect from February 28, 2025, to February 27, 2026, with three one-year options. This sole source procurement justification follows FAR regulations, indicating no competitive quotes will be solicited. Interested businesses can submit written notices demonstrating their qualifications by the specified response date of February 15, 2025. The document serves as an overview for potential vendors under the federal procurement framework, outlining specific service requirements, responsibilities, and timelines.
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