Uniform Rental and Laundering Services
ID: FA940124Q0022Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9401 377 MSG PKKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117-0001, 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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    Description

    The Department of Defense requires uniform rental and laundering services for its Air Force personnel. Specifically, the 377th Logistics and Readiness Squadron, Vehicle Management Flight at Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) in New Mexico needs a reliable contractor to manage the weekly rental and cleaning of their uniforms and coveralls.

    The scope of work involves leasing and laundering a specified range of clothing items, including shirts, pants, coveralls, and jackets, ensuring adherence to detailed sizing and exchange requirements. Contractors must collect soiled items and deliver clean ones each Wednesday, while also providing timely repairs or replacements. Garment appearance and marking guidelines are precisely defined and must be strictly followed. Additionally, the work entails complying with environmental regulations due to potential hazardous contaminants on the uniforms.

    The Air Force seeks a cost-effective solution with a focus on timely delivery and adherence to specified standards. Offerors must submit a detailed technical plan outlining their approach and ensuring compliance with performance objectives. The contract, valued at an estimated $47 million over five years, will be awarded based on technical acceptability and price reasonableness. Key evaluation criteria include the ability to meet deadlines, comply with EPA regulations, and maintain accurate record-keeping for uniform management.

    To be eligible, applicants should possess the necessary experience and resources in the industrial laundering industry. They must demonstrate the capacity to meet the precise requirements and adhere to the stringent timelines outlined in the performance work statement.

    Interested parties should submit their quotes by the deadline on August 2, 2024, as specified in the FA9401-24-Q-0022 Combo PDF document. Late submissions will not be considered.

    For further clarification and questions, potential applicants can contact Chrisaundra Henderson at chrisaundra.henderson@us.af.mil or My Cole Robinson at my_cole.robinson.1@us.af.mil.

    This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, reserved for eligible small businesses.

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    The Air Force seeks quotes for uniform rental and laundering services over a potential five-year period. The primary goal is to procure clean uniform pieces matching specified standards, including shirts, pants, coveralls, and jackets, with a focus on timely delivery and adherence to EPA regulations. Offerors must submit a technical plan detailing their approach, ensuring adherence to performance objectives. The evaluation process emphasizes technical acceptability and price reasonableness, with options for extending the contract period. Quotes are due by August 2, 2024, and the contract is expected to commence on September 5, 2024. Critical evaluation factors include the ability to meet timelines, comply with environmental regulations, and ensure accurate uniform counting and delivery. The estimated total value of the contract reaches $47 million, reflecting the firm-fixed pricing for these requirements.
    The primary objective of this procurement is to secure a contract for uniform and jacket supply and maintenance. The focus is on providing a specific quantity of uniforms, specifically 16 technicians x 11 uniforms each, which equates to 9,152 items in total. These uniforms are to be supplied and laundered weekly. Additionally, the solicitation seeks a vendor to rent and launder mechanics-style jackets with specific attributes. These garments will be required for a period of six months. The jackets must adhere to precise technical specifications outlined in the AFMAN91-203 manual. This is a clarification that confirms the previous contract's details and confirms there are no major changes to the requirements. The incumbent contractor, Mission Linen Supply, held the previous contract, valued at $56,482.66, emphasizing the uniformity and continuity of the service required.
    The Air Force seeks a contractor to manage the rental and laundering of uniforms and coveralls for its Vehicle Management Flight at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. The goal is to ensure vehicle maintenance staff have serviceable outfits, adhering to specific requirements. The contractor must lease and launder a mix of shirts, pants, coveralls, and jackets, accommodating sizing needs and allowing exchanges. Soiled garments must be collected, and clean ones delivered, each Wednesday, with timely repairs or replacements as needed. The uniform shirts are required to be navy blue with grey accents, and the pants and coveralls are to be medium-weight, in navy blue. Name tapes and markings must be provided according to specified guidelines. The contractor is also responsible for complying with environmental regulations due to the nature of contaminants on the garments. Quality control and assurance measures are outlined, with performance evaluation based on timely delivery, accuracy of orders, and effective laundering.
    The U.S. Department of Labor seeks to procure a range of labor services under the Service Contract Act. This comprehensive wage determination document outlines mandatory minimum wages and benefits for various occupations. It covers administrative roles, automotive services, food preparation, health occupations, information technology, and personal needs jobs. The focus is on ensuring fair compensation and benefits for workers involved in these contracts. The procurement's key requirement is adhering to the specified wage rates and benefits, which vary across occupations and are determined by the Service Contract Act. This file provides an extensive list of occupations and their respective wage determinations, intended to guide contractors in complying with the required rates. The process involves a conformance procedure to classify and compensate unlisted occupations appropriately. Key dates and timelines are mentioned for contractor reference, highlighting the importance of timely conformance requests. Overall, the objective is to ensure fair labor practices and compliance with legal mandates through clear wage guidelines and benefits provisions.
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