S209--Linen and Laundry Services - SAVAHCS

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 36C26227Q0001, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22 in Tucson, Arizona. The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate FAR clause 52.212-1, "Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services," which outlines the specific submission requirements for prospective offerors. To be considered for award, offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the VA’s financial system via the Customer Engagement Portal (CEP) 10091 webform. Additionally, offerors must submit a signed VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance (VAAR 852.219-75). Proposals must be submitted electronically to Mirna.GastelumRomero@va.gov by the deadline specified in the solicitation. Faxed offers and zip files are not accepted. Clarification questions must be emailed at least three calendar days prior to solicitation closing. Submissions must be organized into two separate files: - **File #1 (General Information and Price/Cost Schedule):** Includes the completed SF 1449, any SF 30 amendments, and pricing within the Section B schedule. - **File #2 (Special Standards of Responsibility):** Includes an active business license (SP1) and subcontractor compliance details (SP2), outlining the division of labor between the prime contractor and any proposed subcontractors.

This federal government document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation (Solicitation Number 36C26227Q0001) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The purpose of the procurement is to secure professional linen and laundry services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) located in Tucson, Arizona. Administered by the Network Contracting Office (NCO 22) in Tucson, this solicitation is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside under NAICS code 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated)) and Product Service Code S209 (Housekeeping - Laundry/Drycleaning). The deadline for responses is August 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. All inquiries and submissions should be directed to the Contract Specialist, Mirna Gastelum Romero.

This federal contract amendment (Amendment 0002) for solicitation 36C26227Q0001 is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22 in Tucson, Arizona. The primary purposes of this amendment are as follows: - **Proposal Deadline Extension:** The closing date for receipt of offers is extended from August 6, 2026, to August 14, 2026, at 15:00 MST. - **Statement of Work Update:** Section D.1, Paragraph 1.4 (Period of Performance) is rescinded and replaced. The revised performance period consists of a one-year base period (October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027) followed by four consecutive 12-month option years, extending through September 30, 2031. - **Clause Removal:** VAAR clause 852.219-75 is removed in its entirety from the solicitation. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the amended submission deadline to be considered for award.

This federal solicitation (36C26227Q0001) is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22, to procure professional laundry and linen services for the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, Arizona. Structured as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services) with an $8 million size standard, the solicitation seeks a contractor to furnish all labor, personnel, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment required to perform these services. The contract structure consists of a one-year base period starting October 1, 2026, followed by four subsequent one-year option periods, extending through September 30, 2031. Key administrative requirements include mandatory electronic invoice submission through the Tungsten Network and strict compliance with supplemental insurance limits for workers' compensation, general liability, and automobile liability. The document incorporates standard federal contract clauses by reference and features several specific regulatory deviations, including strict security prohibitions on Chinese telecommunications, TikTok, and FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft systems. It also features personnel vetting guidelines, limitations on subcontracting for service contracts, and strict prohibitions against racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22 has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Solicitation Number 36C26227Q0001) for professional linen and laundry services. The contracted services will support the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) located in Tucson, Arizona. This procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 812320 (Drycleaners and Laundries (except Coin-Operated)) and Product Service Code S209. Responses to the solicitation are due by 3:00 PM Mountain Time on August 6, 2026. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Contract Specialist Mirna Gastelum Romero. Detailed requirements and instructions are provided in the attached solicitation document.