Laundry and Linen Services - WJB Dorn VA Medical Center
Overview
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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 WJB Dorn VA Medical Center, is soliciting quotes for Laundry and Linen Services for its 16-bed Fisher House in Columbia, SC. This opportunity is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Set-Aside. Quotes are due March 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive laundry and linen services, including collecting, cleaning, and delivering various linens such as bath towels, sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, blankets, and kitchen towels. Services must adhere to Association for Linen Management (ALM) and accepted industry standards. The scope includes providing all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, and supplies, and maintaining a Quality Control Program. The estimated monthly volume is 1,200 pounds of soiled linen, with pick-up and delivery occurring twice weekly at ground level.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
- NAICS Code: 812332 (Size Standard: $47.0 Million)
- PSC: S209 (Laundry And Dry Cleaning Services)
- Period of Performance: March 25, 2026 – March 24, 2031 (Base year + 4 option years)
- Quotes Due: March 19, 2026, by 9:00 am EDT
- Questions Due: March 09, 2026, by 11:00 am EST
- Contact: Michael.barton@va.gov
Evaluation
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of quotes, considering Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price, in accordance with Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 12. Offerors must meet minimum requirements, and a signed Limitations on Subcontract Certificate is required.
Additional Notes
This requirement is specifically for the Fisher House, which provides housing for Veterans and their families. Payment will be made via electronic funds transfer through the Tungsten Network. Wage Determination 2015-4429 applies. Contractor access to the facility will be during government normal duty hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays).