Laundry Chemical Detergent
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 the Air Force, specifically FA5270 18 CONS PK, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Laundry Chemical Detergent for Camp Kinser Laundry at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. This is for market research purposes to identify capable contractors and inform a future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government seeks to identify sources capable of supplying specific laundry chemical detergents for MILNOR Continuous Batch Washers. The attached Item List details eight required chemical detergents, including "Bio Power CK," "Alkalizer CK," "Sour CK," "Softener," "Sodium Hypochlorite," "Hydrogen Peroxide," "Hyper Bio Liquid CK," and "Koukinzai A." These items are specified by part number, manufacturer (e.g., NCS Co., Ltd., Okinawa Chemical Ind. Co., Ltd., UBE-MC Hydrogen Peroxide Ltd.), detailed descriptions of their function, and required quantities. Compatibility with SEKO SKU and Brightwell Automated Dosing Systems is also noted for specific Milnor washer models. Bidders must ensure they can supply these exact items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Purpose: Market research to determine market capacity and inform acquisition strategy. This is not a request for quotes or a commitment by the Government.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage. The identified NAICS code is 325611 – Soap and Other Detergent Manufacturing.
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, by 1630 JST.
- Published: February 12, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
Information Requested from Responders
Interested contractors should submit:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, and email.
- Unique Entity SAM ID and/or CAGE Code, and GSA contract number (if applicable).
- A copy of active SAM.gov registration reflecting Commercial and Government Entity, and Reps/Certs.
Additional Notes
The Government will not pay for any information requested or costs incurred in developing responses. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov). Submissions should be sent electronically to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.