Laundry Services Aboard MCAS Iwakuni, Japan

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation M6740026Q0005, originally issued on 05 Mar 2026, provides answers to questions submitted by contractors. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

• Questions & Answers document added.

• No changes to proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors were indicated, other than the provision of answers to contractor questions.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions submitted by potential offerors regarding Solicitation M6740026Q0005.

• Foreign Prime Contractor Participation: Foreign Prime Contractors with a permanent office in Japan and experience in worldwide laundry services are permitted to participate, provided they are supported by local subcontractors holding the necessary laundry licenses.
• Subcontractor Information Required: Any quote including a subcontractor must provide:
  • The subcontractor's identification (name).
  • Documentation of all required licenses as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
  • Evidence of the subcontractor's relevant past performance on similar services.
• Foreign Bidder Responsibility for Licenses: Foreign bidders are responsible for submitting all required licenses for their local subcontractors, as outlined in the PWS.

This Q&A clarifies participation rules for foreign bidders and specifies requirements for subcontractor information, directly impacting proposal preparation and submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for laundry services for the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan. The government is procuring laundry services to support mission-essential functions at the facility.

• Provision of qualified personnel, supervision, supplies, materials, tools, equipment, and transportation for laundry services.

• Specific laundry items include blankets, comforters, mattress pads, pillows, pillowcases, and sheets, with detailed specifications for size, material, and cleaning.

• All prices must include shipping costs to the final destination.

• The solicitation includes multiple option periods, with periods of performance ranging from one year to a 6-month extension.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price for all listed items.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to koichi.yokogawa.ja@usmc.mil by 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time on March 19, 2026.

• Offers must be submitted in English and organized into four volumes: SF1449/SF30, Technical, Past Performance, and Price.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are of equal importance and combined are more important than Price. An overall rating of 'Acceptable' or higher is required for Technical and Past Performance.

• The acquisition is listed as "UNRESTRICTED" with a NAICS code of 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services).

• The solicitation references a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for detailed requirements. Bidders are instructed to refer to the PWS for delivery location and unit details.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to system for award management, payment instructions, and representations and certifications.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide laundry services in support of tenant commands located at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (MCAS-I), Japan, ensuring mission readiness for units, tenant organizations, and allied forces.

• Pick-up, receive, count, process, and deliver laundry and dry-cleaning items.

• Includes loading, unloading, segregating, transporting, and obtaining necessary documentation.

• Services are to be provided in accordance with specified schedules and locations (Table 2).

• Contractor must adhere to Japanese laundry and sanitation laws, as well as industry standards for quality, cleanliness, and packaging.

• 90% of laundered items must be free of stains and properly packaged.

• 90% of laundered items must be delivered on time.

• 95% of total quantity of laundry items must be accurate.

• 95% of laundry items must be picked up and delivered on schedule.

• Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used for monitoring performance.

• Period of Performance: 1 April 2026 through 31 March 2031 (base year plus four option years), with a possible six-month extension.

• Place of Performance: Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (MCAS-I), Japan.

• Contractor must comply with typhoon condition procedures.

• Vehicles used for service must be clean, sanitized, and comply with relevant regulations.

• Contractor must obtain necessary base passes for employees and adhere to installation access requirements.

• Specific insurance requirements for vehicles are detailed (Automobile Property Damage and Bodily Injury).

• At least one licensed laundry specialist must be employed for every five employees.

• A Quality Control Plan must be developed and submitted within 15 days of award.

• Estimated annual quantities for various laundry items (e.g., blankets, comforters, sheets, pillows) are provided.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains three attachments for the solicitation M67400-26-Q-0005:

• Question Form: For vendors to submit questions regarding the solicitation.

• Past Performance Information List: To be completed by offerors detailing relevant past contracts and subcontracts.

• Price List: Outlines the items, descriptions, quantities, and unit prices for a base year and five option years, including a 6-month extension.

• Question Form: Requires submission by March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time, to Mr. Koichi Yokogawa. It specifies the need to identify the page, section, and paragraph of the solicitation for each question.

• Past Performance Information List: Requires details on up to five recent and relevant contracts/subcontracts from the past three years. Failure to submit may be considered certification of no past performance.

• Price List: Details various bedding items (blankets, comforters, mattress pads, pillows, pillowcases, sheets) with quantities and unit prices for a base year (04/01/2026 - 03/31/2027) and five option years (04/01/2027 - 03/31/2031), plus a 6-month extension (04/01/2031 - 09/30/2031).

These attachments are crucial for bidders to:

• Ask clarifying questions about the solicitation.
• Provide required past performance data for evaluation.
• Submit pricing for the specified items across the contract period.