Question 1

What is "Sources Sought: Laundry Services to be provided for the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center (WWKMHCC), Sisseton, SD."?

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**PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:**  
The opportunity involves providing laundry services for the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center (WWKMHCC) located in Sisseton, South Dakota. The primary objective is to fulfill the laundry needs of the health care center, ensuring that all linens, garments, and other textile items are cleaned and maintained to meet health and safety standards. The issuing organization seeks reliable, efficient, and compliant laundry services to support the operational needs of the facility.

**ISSUING ORGANIZATION:**  
The issuing organization is the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, Great Plains Area Indian Health Service. The full location is Sisseton, South Dakota, USA. The primary contact for this RFP is Andrea Whipple, who can be reached at andrea.whipple@ihs.gov.

**KEY DATES:**  
- Posted Date: April 1, 2026  
- Proposal Due Date: April 15, 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 mention of an estimated contract value or budget range, nor are there any option years indicated.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**  
To be considered eligible, bidders must meet the following requirements:  
- Registration in SAM.gov is required.  
- There are no specific security clearances mentioned.  
- There are no set-aside restrictions noted (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, small business).  
- No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.  
- Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of two years of experience in providing laundry services in a healthcare setting.  
- Proof of liability insurance may be required, although this is not explicitly mentioned.

**TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:**  
Bidders should possess expertise in commercial laundry operations, including but not limited to the use of industrial laundry equipment, adherence to health and safety regulations, and experience with healthcare-related laundry protocols. Familiarity with infection control standards in a healthcare environment is essential.

**DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:**  
Key deliverables include timely and efficient laundry service delivery, adherence to cleanliness standards, and regular reporting on service performance. Specific performance metrics or service-level agreements are not detailed in the provided information.

**EVALUATION CRITERIA:**  
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that may include technical approach, past performance, and pricing. The specific weighting of these factors is not provided, nor is it clear if the evaluation will follow a best-value or lowest-price technically acceptable approach.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**  
While not mandatory, bidders with certifications in healthcare laundry services or those who have experience working with federal or tribal health organizations may have a competitive advantage. Additional experience in managing large-scale laundry operations or innovative laundry technologies could also be favorably viewed.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders to assess their fit for the project.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is April 15, 2026 (12 days left).

Question 3

What NAICS codes apply to this opportunity?

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The applicable NAICS codes are: 812320.

Question 4

Are there any set-aside requirements?

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Yes, this opportunity includes the following set-asides: BICiv.

Question 5

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

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You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cb7e5abba289463482e18991a5aa2e7c/view

Sources Sought: Laundry Services to be provided for the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center (WWKMHCC), Sisseton, SD.

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