FYSU Linen & Laundry Services
ID: 75H71225Q-005KNType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated) (812320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING (S209)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a6f2eb2200ff486da70f7b5873a3b603/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for Linen Rental and Laundry Services at the Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC) in California. The procurement aims to secure reliable and hygienic laundry services for approximately 14,000 Native Americans, emphasizing compliance with federal and tribal regulations, as well as health and safety standards. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with a firm fixed-price contract commencing on March 1, 2025, and lasting for one year with four optional renewal years. Interested contractors must submit their quotes via email to the primary contact, Kenneth Nicholson, by January 23, 2025, ensuring adherence to the outlined performance standards and wage determinations as specified in the associated documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kenneth Nicholson
    kenneth.nicholson@ihs.gov
    Files
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    75H1225Q-005KN.pdf
    The document outlines Solicitation No. 75H1225Q-005KN issued by the Phoenix Area Indian Health Services for Linen Rental and Laundry Services at the Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC). This Request for Quotation (RFQ) involves a 100% small business set-aside under the Drycleaning and Laundry Services NAICS code. The contract will be firm fixed-priced, starting from March 1, 2025, with a one-year base period and four option years. Key details include compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and specific conditions for submitting quotes, which must be emailed to the Contract Specialist by January 23, 2025. The evaluation will prioritize technical capacity, past performance, and pricing, emphasizing an all-inclusive rate covering services like pickup, laundering, and re-performance. Invoicing must be submitted electronically through the Department of Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform. This solicitation represents the government's initiative to secure essential services while promoting small business participation and compliance with federal contracting regulations.
    A1-SOW.pdf
    The Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC) in Yuma, Arizona, provides essential healthcare services to around 14,000 Native Americans. The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for non-personal rental and laundering services at the FYHC. The contractor is required to manage the pickup and laundering of soiled linens, delivering clean items weekly while maintaining meticulous records. Performance standards must adhere to the guidelines set by various health and safety organizations, ensuring contamination-free laundry and compliance with federal and tribal regulations. The SOW details the contractor's responsibilities, including sorting, transporting, and inspecting linens, as well as maintaining a sufficient inventory for emergencies. Specific requirements include separate washing and sorting areas, cleaned transportation vehicles, and a clear labeling system for re-cleaned items. Regular inspections by the Environmental Services Department (EVS) will validate compliance, and performance will be monitored against established quality standards. Overall, this contracting opportunity emphasizes the importance of reliable and hygienic laundry services within a healthcare setting, aligning with federal guidelines and enhancing service delivery for the Native American community served by FYHC.
    A2-WD 2015-5607.pdf
    The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) by the U.S. Department of Labor, detailing specific minimum wage rates and applicable fringe benefits for various occupations in California's Imperial County. It specifies minimum wage requirements based on contracts awarded before or after January 30, 2022, referencing Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which mandate higher wage thresholds of $17.75 and $13.30, respectively, depending on the contract status. The document lists numerous job classifications with their respective pay rates, providing a comprehensive directory of occupational wages, including detailed notes on fringe benefits such as healthcare, vacation, paid sick leave, and holiday entitlements for employees engaged in SCA-covered contracts. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with wage standards and provides a conformance process for unlisted job classifications. The file serves as a regulatory framework ensuring fair compensation for workers on federal service contracts, reflecting the government's commitment to uphold labor standards and protections in contractual agreements.
    A3-Price Schedule.xlsx
    The document is a Price Schedule Worksheet for federal solicitation number 75H71225Q-005KN, focusing on the procurement of cleaning supplies over a five-year period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030. The worksheet outlines the offeror's data requirements, including the point of contact and socio-economic categories. It is divided into a base year and four option years, with sections for detailing various cleaning supplies, their estimated weekly counts, weekly rates, and corresponding annual amounts. Each subcategory is structured uniformly for all contract years. However, all cost fields are currently populated with zeroes, indicating that specific pricing needs to be completed by the contractor. The document emphasizes accuracy in the total contract value to be submitted with the offer and specifies that contractors should only edit highlighted columns without altering the autopulated summary data section. Overall, this worksheet serves as a critical component in the procurement process, ensuring clarity and organization in supplier submissions for government contracts.
    A4-QA Worksheet.pdf
    The file discusses the requirements and specifications for a Request for Proposal (RFP) related to linen and laundry services under the designation 75H1225Q-005KN. The contractor will supply linen on a rental basis, meaning the government will not own the items. Weekly pickups and deliveries are expected, but the exact volume of soiled linens is not predetermined, as historical exchanges have not involved weighing the items. The document specifies that industrial work clothing consists of black polo shirts and blue cargo pants without customization, intended for custodial work. Quality standards for subcontractors are referenced in a separate section, and the guidelines outline that re-cleaning will occur at no additional cost if quality standards are not met, though no penalties apply. Overall, this RFP aims to detail the service requirements essential for maintaining cleanliness and operational standards in government facilities.
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