DYRS FY-2013 Mattresses (YSC + NB)

The District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) has initiated a procurement for mattresses intended for the Youth Services Center (YSC) and New Beginnings (NB) facilities. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66c85d2a829eb5d8690746fc, is specifically seeking to acquire mattresses for juvenile detention and rehabilitation facilities. The solicitation was posted on September 13, 2013, with a relatively tight response window, closing on September 17, 2013 - a mere four-day period for potential vendors to prepare and submit their proposals. While specific technical specifications are not provided in the available information, the procurement appears focused on supplying mattresses that meet institutional standards for durability, safety, and comfort in a youth corrections environment. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid process targeting vendors capable of supplying high-quality institutional mattresses that can withstand the demanding conditions of juvenile detention facilities.

Given the limited information provided, precise details about set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are not apparent. The contract appears to be a standard procurement without explicit mentions of minority or disadvantaged business enterprise requirements. No information is available regarding incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure that might require integration with the new mattress procurement. Similarly, specific budget ranges or potential award values are not disclosed in the provided documentation. The procurement seems focused on meeting the basic institutional needs of DYRS facilities, specifically the Youth Services Center and New Beginnings locations, with a clear emphasis on acquiring mattresses that can adequately serve the juvenile rehabilitation environment.