Advanced PPE Cleaning

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is soliciting proposals for Advanced PPE Cleaning services, specifically the advanced cleaning and inspection of firefighter personal protective equipment in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1851 (2020 edition). All advanced cleaning must be performed by a verified Independent Service Provider listed in either the Intertek Directory of NFPA 1851 Verified ISPs or UL Solutions' list. The contractor must provide one-for-one replacement loaner gear meeting or exceeding NFPA standards while equipment is being serviced, and repair services are limited to a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000.00 requiring government approval. The solicitation was posted on March 5, 2026, with an original response deadline of March 10, 2026; however, Amendment 0001 extended the deadline to March 16, 2026, to address industry questions regarding PPE cleaning requirements and pricing submission methodology. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment by the extended deadline through completion and return of amendment items, acknowledgment on offer copies, or submission of a separate letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers.

This is a Total Small Business set-aside solicitation with no incumbent contractor identified in the documentation provided. The contract covers bi-annual cleaning services for firefighter PPE equipment consisting of 25 helmets, 40 hoods, 63 coats, 25 pairs of gloves, 25 pairs of pants, and boots, with specific cleaning dates and times to be established after contract award through coordination with the requesting activity. The place of performance is Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport, Mississippi, located at Building 321, 5000 7th Street, Gulfport, MS 39501, and the contractor is required to provide pickup and delivery services at no additional cost to the government. The contractor must obtain all necessary licenses, permits, and base access passes, ensure all personnel possess valid identification badges and are either U.S. citizens or authorized to work in the United States, and comply with prevailing wage requirements as established by the Department of Labor Wage Determination 2015-5147 for Mississippi counties. The primary point of contact is Chief Billy Patrick at (228) 871-3117.