Laundry and Linen Products for the Merrimack County Nursing Home

Merrimack County Nursing Home is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive laundry and linen products through Request for Proposals (RFP) #20250926. The procurement focuses on acquiring various textile items including washcloths, hand towels, bath towels, terry bibs, bed pads, pillows, pillowcases, patient gowns, PJ bottoms, slipper socks, and bedspreads. Annual quantities are anticipated to range from 6 to 200 dozen items, with the primary objective of establishing a one-year contract potentially extendable for two additional consecutive years. The proposal evaluation will be weighted across four critical criteria: Proposal Pricing (60%), Quality of Product (20%), Quality of Service (10%), and Prior Experience (10%). Proposals are due on October 7, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with vendors required to submit comprehensive pricing inclusive of all fees, freight, and surcharges, and orders to be delivered FOB Destination. The Merrimack County Board of Commissioners will make the final award determination, focusing on selecting the vendor providing the best overall value considering product quality, durability, longevity, and total project cost.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract allows for potential pricing adjustments during contract extensions linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area, with increases limited to the CPI percentage. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals, maintaining flexibility in the procurement process. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the linen product requirements and the potential for a multi-year contract suggest a substantial procurement opportunity. The geographic scope is limited to Merrimack County, New Hampshire, specifically serving the Merrimack County Nursing Home located in Boscawen. Prospective vendors should be prepared to provide high-quality, durable linen products that meet the specific needs of a nursing home environment, with a focus on delivering comprehensive, cost-effective solutions.