Linen & Scrubs, Laundry, Rental and Processing Services

The University of Texas at Austin, on behalf of Dell Medical School's Ambulatory Surgical Center (DMS-ASC), is seeking qualified vendors for a Linen & Scrubs, Laundry, Rental and Processing Services contract covering Travis County and Austin City jurisdictions. The procurement aims to establish a three-year contract with two potential one-year renewals for comprehensive linen management services supporting thirteen preoperative rooms, four operating rooms, and eight PACU bays. Vendors must demonstrate robust laundry processing capabilities, including HLAC accreditation, regulatory compliance, quality control procedures, and infection control standards. The quote request (Project 721-25057) requires detailed submissions through the Bonfire digital portal, with responses due on May 29, 2025, at 2:30 PM CDT. Evaluation will be conducted using best value criteria, considering factors such as cost, vendor reputation, service quality, institutional needs, and ability to manage linen inventory and customer-owned goods. Key submission requirements include technical responses, execution of offer documents, E-HSP responses, itemized requirements spreadsheets, and comprehensive cost proposals.

The solicitation includes a significant 26% Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting goal, indicating a strong commitment to supporting diverse business participation. Potential respondents must be capable of providing comprehensive linen services, including management of linen hampers, bags, liners, and associated processing requirements. The University of Texas is a member of the Vizient Group Purchasing Organization and maintains tax-exempt status with standard Net 30 payment terms. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract appears designed to support the medical center's extensive linen management needs across multiple clinical spaces. Vendors must demonstrate technical capabilities, use compatible web browsers, and be prepared to integrate with existing institutional infrastructure. Respondents will need to provide professional references and show comprehensive reporting capabilities to meet the complex service requirements of the Dell Medical School's Ambulatory Surgical Center.