FY20 - Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) - Personal Hygiene Supplies - DCSS Preferred

The District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) is seeking proposals for personal hygiene supplies through a competitive procurement process identified by the contract opportunity ID 66c8578e829eb5d8690704e8. This procurement is specifically focused on acquiring essential personal care products for youth rehabilitation services, with a targeted solicitation for DCSS Preferred vendors. The goods being procured appear to include a comprehensive range of personal hygiene items necessary for maintaining youth health and sanitation standards within rehabilitation facilities. The contract was initially posted on January 27, 2020, with a critical submission deadline of January 31, 2020, indicating a compressed timeline for potential bidders to prepare and submit their proposals. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical procurement processes for such contracts often include assessments of product quality, pricing, vendor capabilities, and compliance with district specifications.

The contract opportunity does not provide explicit details about set-aside designations or specific restrictions on vendor participation. Without additional context, it is unclear whether there are preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or specific qualifications required for bidders. The procurement appears to be a standard supply contract for the District of Columbia's youth rehabilitation system, likely seeking multiple vendors or a primary vendor capable of consistently supplying personal hygiene products. Although the exact budget range is not specified, government contracts for personal supplies in youth services typically involve substantial annual commitments. Potential bidders would need to demonstrate the ability to meet consistent supply requirements, maintain product quality, and potentially integrate with existing departmental procurement systems.