S209--Linen and Laundry Services - SAVAHCS

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity involves the procurement of Linen and Laundry Services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS). The core need is to provide high-quality linen and laundry services to support the healthcare operations of the Veterans Affairs Department. The project aims to ensure that the facility has a consistent supply of clean linen and laundry, which is essential for patient care and operational efficiency.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contract Office 22 (NCO 22). The office is located in Arizona, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Mirna Gastelum Romero, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 14, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no estimated contract value or budget range mentioned, nor are there any option years indicated.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Set-aside Restrictions: No specific set-aside restrictions are mentioned, but bidders should verify eligibility for small business classifications.
• Geographic Restrictions: Services must be performed within the Southern Arizona region.
• Experience Requirements: Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in providing linen and laundry services, although specific minimum years of experience are not detailed.
• Insurance Requirements: Insurance requirements are not specified but are typically expected in service contracts.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in linen and laundry services, including the ability to manage large volumes of laundry efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards for laundry services is essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the timely provision of clean linens and laundry services. Performance metrics may involve turnaround times, quality of service, and adherence to health and safety standards, although specific metrics are not outlined.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that may include technical approach, past performance, and price. The specific weighting of these factors is not provided, but bidders should prepare to demonstrate their capability to meet the service requirements effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that could enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Experience in providing laundry services specifically to healthcare facilities.
• Additional certifications related to quality management or healthcare service delivery.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders to assess their fit for the Linen and Laundry Services contract with SAVAHCS.