Redacted J&A Laundry and Dry Cleaning
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 Army has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole-source bridge contract for Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services at Fort Benning, GA. This action, under FAR Part 13.5 (Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items), is due to an "unusual and compelling urgency" to maintain continuity of services. The incumbent, CLS Medical Incorporated, will provide these services for a six-month base period with an option for an additional six months. This J&A is not a solicitation for proposals; a competitive follow-on contract is planned.
Scope of Work
The required services include comprehensive laundry and dry-cleaning for the Army Sustainment Command (ASC) and Logistics Readiness Center (LRC). This encompasses:
- Cleaning and pressing textiles, garments, linens, and Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE) for Active and Reserve Components.
- Pick-up and delivery, washing, drying, pressing, packaging, drop-off, and direct exchange services for Government-owned items.
- Exchange services for linens and laundry pick-up points for basic trainees.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Bridge Contract (Sole-Source J&A)
- Duration: Six-month base period (Jan 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026) with a six-month option to extend services (Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026).
- Estimated Value: $2.7 million total (approx. $1.35 million for base, $1.35 million for option).
- Set-Aside: This bridge contract is sole-source. The follow-on contract is intended to be a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Incumbent: CLS Medical Incorporated.
Submission & Evaluation
This document serves as a justification for a non-competitive award to CLS Medical Incorporated, citing their status as the only responsible source capable of providing uninterrupted support given the urgent need and time constraints. It is not an opportunity for new proposals.
Additional Notes
- The bridge contract ensures service continuity while the Government completes the competitive acquisition process for the follow-on requirement (W911SF-25-R-A008).
- Milestone events for the follow-on include a solicitation release by March 31, 2026, and contract award by June 5, 2026.
- Market research identified seven small businesses, but time constraints prevented their consideration for this urgent bridge contract.