Rag Service March ARB

SOL #: F5F2CC6013AQ01Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4664 452 MSG PK

MARCH ARB, CA, 92518-1716, United States

Place of Performance

CAMPO SECO X, CA

NAICS

Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated) (812320)

PSC

Laundry And Dry Cleaning Services (S209)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e7a4c9b2f7bb4ac78e76b97f1b786a31/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 30, 2026

Response Deadline

Feb 15, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 the 452 Maintenance Group and 452 MSG Fire Department at March Air Reserve Base, California, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential vendors for Rag Replacement Services. This service involves providing clean rags and lint-free towels for cleaning, lubrication, and hazmat distribution. Responses are due February 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for a comprehensive rag replacement service, including:

Supplying a minimum of 750 clean rags and 12 lint-free towels weekly.
Removing used rags and towels on a one-for-one exchange basis.
Color-coding rags for Aircraft Maintenance and Fire Department use.
Delivering to five separate locations weekly at March ARB.

Performance Standards

Deliveries must occur between Tuesday and Thursday, 0700-1000 or 1200-1400 hours.
Initial delivery is required within 30 days of contract award.
The vendor must maintain delivery records and submit a monthly report by the 5th of the following month.

Period & Place of Performance

Period: Five (5) years, with 52 visits per year (260 total visits).
Place: March Air Reserve Base, California, at specified Aircraft Maintenance and Fire Department locations.

Special Requirements

The vendor is responsible for securing their own base access.
Vendor and employees must comply with all March ARB security regulations.
Compliance with environmental regulations for handling, transportation, and disposal of used rags is mandatory.
The Government will not furnish any property or equipment.
Periodic inspections for quality assurance will be conducted by the Government.