Bulk Employee Uniforms
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contract Office 17 (36C257), is soliciting proposals for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to procure Bulk Employee Uniforms for the Environmental Management Services (EMS) at the VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) in Dallas, TX. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offers are due March 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide specific Red Kap Short Sleeve Polo Performance Shirts, Style # SK96, with detailed embroidery. This is a one-time purchase to support the VHA Uniform Policy.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Uniforms: Red Kap Short Sleeve Polo Performance Shirts, Style # SK96, in various sizes (X-Small to 6X-Large).
- Embroidery:
- Left Chest: "North Texas VA" above VA Eagle Logo, with "Nutrition & Food Service" below VA Logo.
- Right Chest: "Food Service Worker", "Cook", or "Cook Supervisor".
- Stitching Colors: All Black, All Gold, or Black.
- Documentation: Provide an image mock-up with the proposal and a timeline for any special order items.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Dallas VA Medical Center, 4500 S. Lancaster Rd., Warehouse Bldg. 44, Dallas, TX 75216. Deliveries during normal business hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm CT, M-F, excluding Federal Holidays).
- Warranty: A standard one-year warranty is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance (Delivery): March 30, 2026, to August 20, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 315210 (750 Employees size standard).
- Published Date: March 11, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Technical Questions Due: March 20, 2026, 1:00 PM CT, via email to Melanie Williams.
- Offers Due: March 24, 2026, 6:00 PM CT, via email to Melanie Williams (melanie.williams5@va.gov).
- Required Submissions:
- Signed SF 1449 and any amendments.
- Completed FAR Clause 852.219-76 (SDVOSB subcontracting certificate).
- Completed FAR 52.212-3 (paragraph (b) if SAM registered, else (c)-(v)).
- Capability Statement (max 3 pages) detailing technical approach, methodology, and technique.
- Up to 3 references for similar-sized contracts within the last 3 years.
- Flat rate pricing per line item, held firm for 90 calendar days.
- Evaluation Criteria: Competitive best value selection based on Technical Capability, Lead Time/Delivery, and Price.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Melanie Williams, melanie.williams5@va.va.gov, 210-694-6378.