CanadaBuys #W3010-27M005/A

Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services for Department of National Defence Bedding and Hospitality Items

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive laundry and dry-cleaning services for bedding and hospitality items at its facilities in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. - Government Buyer: - Agency: National Defence (DND) - Sub-agency: Minister of National Defence - Office: 2e Division du Canada, Montréal, QC - Products/Services Requested: - Laundry and dry-cleaning services for a wide range of bedding and hospitality items - Sheets (flat and fitted, single, double, queen) - Pillowcases and pillow protectors - Mattress covers (various types, including bed bug-proof) - Fleece blankets (khaki, orange, beige, grey) - Duvets and duvet covers (queen, king) - Bath towels, face cloths, bath mats, bathrobes - Laundry bags (identified and white) - Estimated initial volume: 170,000 kg of articles, with option periods at 85,000 kg each - Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, cleaning products, and transportation - Vehicles must carry at least 16 cage-type carts and be equipped for loading dock or hydraulic liftgate - Pickup required twice weekly; items must be returned clean, stain-free, dry, odorless, and folded within seven calendar days - Quality control inspections and item count reconciliation required; replacement or reimbursement for damaged/missing items - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - Potential future requirements for greenhouse gas emissions disclosure and carbon neutrality - Special care instructions for bed bug-proof mattress covers - Solicitation documents available in English and French - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are involved, as this is a service contract - Contract duration: Initial period until March 31, 2028, with up to three one-year option periods

Description

The Department of National Defence (DND) requires laundry and dry-cleaning services for a variety of bedding items including sheets, pillowcases, fabric mattress protectors, fleece blankets, towels, and face cloths. The contract duration is estimated to be 19 months starting from September 1, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the lowest price. The delivery region is Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada, and the solicitation documents are available in English and French.

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