Linen and Mat Rental and Cleaning Services for Hickam AFB, Kaneohe Bay, Pearl Harbor and Schofield Barracks Commissaries in Hawaii
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for Linen and Mat Rental and Cleaning Services for its commissaries located at Hickam AFB, Kaneohe Bay, Pearl Harbor, and Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. This RFI is for planning purposes, with an anticipated contract period from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031, including four option years. Interested firms must submit their responses by May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and services required for the rental, delivery, pick-up, cleaning, maintenance, and replacement of specified items. This includes:
- Linens: Butcher coats, shirts, pants, aprons, and smocks with specific requirements for color, material, pockets, and sizes.
- Mats: Heavy-duty, black or grey mats (3'x5', 3'x10', 4'x6') with non-slip backing.
- Mops: Industrial strength dust mops (36", 48") and wet mops (24oz, 28oz).
Services are to be performed weekly, with the contractor providing a scheduled pickup and drop-off. Performance standards require items to be free of stains, tears, holes, and odors, with a 100% fill rate for deliveries. The contractor must also provide covered containers for soiled linens and comply with installation access, background checks, and hazardous waste disposal regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2031 (with four option years)
- NAICS Code: 812332 (Linen Supply)
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: April 22, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
Additional Notes
This RFI is solely for market research. Interested firms are requested to provide a short synopsis of the services they offer to express interest. Submissions must be sent via email to Fatia Broussard at fatia.broussard@deca.mil. Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for any future award.