S209--Linen/Laundry Services - Northeast Ohio VA Medical System Cleveland VA Medical Center and Supported CBOCs
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), Network Contract Office 10, has issued a solicitation for comprehensive Linen and Laundry Services to support the Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System, including the Cleveland VA Medical Center and its supported Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This is a Full and Open Competition for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Quotations are due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary materials, vehicles, and personnel to manage the full lifecycle of linen supply, including:
- Processing: Sorting, washing, drying, ironing, and finishing of general linens, patient clothing, surgical items, and uniforms.
- Specialty Items: Handling of lab coats, slings (with tracking), cubicle curtains, and hypoallergenic packs.
- Compliance: Adherence to industry standards (NAILM, TRSA) and regulatory guidelines (OSHA, CDC, JCAHO), including strict physical separation of clean and soiled facilities.
- Logistics: Scheduled pick-up and delivery to various VA facilities, maintaining a 48-hour par level of linen on-site for sustainability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Value: Guaranteed minimum of $250,000; maximum total value of $8,900,000.
- Duration: Base period (April 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026) plus three one-year options extending through 2029.
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition).
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 1:30 PM ET.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of the following factors:
- Technical Capability
- Cost and Pricing Structure
- Corporate Experience and Past Performance
- Administrative and Compliance Factors
Additional Notes
Bidders must submit pricing using the provided Price-Cost Schedule Excel file. Invoices must reflect actual services rendered based on the CLIN/SLIN structure defined in the solicitation.