Intent to Award 122169-O3 Ponca's Laundry.docx

This is an Intent to Award document from the State of Nebraska's Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) for Solicitation Number 122169-O3 regarding Ponca State Park's Laundry Services. The solicitation was released on August 8, 2025, with proposals due on August 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. The contract seeks a comprehensive laundry service provider for multiple park lodging facilities, including 4 rustic cabins, 10 year-round cabins, 15 four-bedroom mini-lodges, and 2 green cabins. The initial contract term is four years, with options to renew for two additional two-year periods, and the anticipated vendor start date is October 1, 2025.

The Intent to Award document indicates that Vestis has been selected as the preferred vendor for the laundry services contract. The procurement requires the vendor to provide, maintain, and manage an extensive inventory of linens and textiles with specific fabric compositions and color specifications. The cost structure involves a fixed price for the entire initial contract term, with no additional charges for travel or expenses. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission reserves the right to add or remove locations within the park during the contract period, offering flexibility in service delivery. The solicitation does not mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, and the contract appears open to qualified commercial laundry service providers capable of meeting the detailed technical specifications.