FY2017 - DYRS - Commercial Laundry Equipment

The District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) is seeking procurement for commercial laundry equipment in fiscal year 2017, with a specific solicitation focused on acquiring industrial-grade laundry machinery for institutional use. The contract opportunity, identified by the unique identifier 66c85a33829eb5d86907253a, was originally posted on December 22, 2016, with a proposal submission deadline of December 28, 2016. The procurement appears to target the replacement or enhancement of laundry infrastructure within DYRS facilities, likely supporting ongoing operational needs for youth rehabilitation centers. While specific technical specifications are not provided in the available information, the solicitation suggests a need for robust, commercial-grade laundry equipment capable of handling high-volume institutional washing requirements. The tight timeline between posting and submission dates indicates an expedited procurement process, which may require vendors to prepare concise and immediately responsive proposals.

No explicit set-aside designations or specific enterprise restrictions are detailed in the provided contract opportunity information. The solicitation does not specify preferential treatment for disadvantaged business enterprises or outline specific vendor qualifications beyond the implied requirement of providing commercial laundry equipment. Without additional context, it is not possible to confirm potential incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. The procurement appears to be a standard equipment acquisition for the District of Columbia's youth rehabilitation system. While precise budget ranges are not specified, institutional laundry equipment procurements typically range from $50,000 to $250,000, depending on the scale and sophistication of the machinery required. Potential vendors would likely need to demonstrate technical capability, reliability, and competitive pricing to be considered for this contract opportunity.