Lab coat rental and laundry services

The Office of Naval Research is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive lab coat rental and laundry services for the Naval Research Laboratory Chemistry Division in Washington, DC. The solicitation requires a vendor to supply, launder, and maintain flame-resistant lab coats for approximately 150 personnel, including 372 total coats across various categories: 202 standard flame-resistant, 70 chemical protective, 70 women's fit flame-resistant, and 30 women's fit chemical protective coats. Key contract requirements include weekly on-site coat delivery and pickup, laundering services every two weeks with a one-week turnaround, and inspection, repair, or replacement of worn coats as needed. The contractor must be local to the Naval Research Laboratory, provide all services without subcontracting, ensure personnel pass background checks, and demonstrate compliance with NFPA 2112 safety standards for flame-resistant clothing. Proposals are due by July 29, 2025, at 07:00 AM, with the contract structured as a firm-fixed-price arrangement.

This procurement is designated as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services). The contract includes a base performance period from August 30, 2025, to August 29, 2026, with two additional one-year option periods extending through August 29, 2028. The services will be performed at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC 20375, supporting the Chemistry Division's operational requirements. The solicitation does not specify award values or budget ranges, but emphasizes the need for a comprehensive lab coat program that ensures continuous availability of properly maintained, safety-compliant protective clothing for research personnel. The contractor must maintain adequate inventory levels and provide reliable service delivery to support the laboratory's ongoing research operations.