MCSO Laundry Chemicals On As Needed Basis

Multnomah County's Inverness Jail issued a Request for Intermediate Proposals (RIP) on May 14, 2019, seeking a qualified supplier for laundry chemicals to service approximately 1,450 inmates. The procurement targets specific chemical products including liquid industrial laundry detergent, liquid alkaline builder, sodium hypochlorine bleach, liquid iron sour, and defoamer. The contract will be awarded for a term not to exceed five years, with estimated five-year purchase quantities of 2,900 gallons of detergent, 3,500 gallons of alkaline solution, 1,600 gallons of bleach, 410 gallons of iron sour, and 40 gallons of defoamer. Proposers must provide all chemical dispensing equipment, perform weekly on-site equipment checks, respond to problems the same day, and ensure timely delivery of supplies. The evaluation criteria are comprehensive, with 75% of scoring focused on programmatic questions covering business experience, technical capabilities, and service approach, and 25% dedicated to responsible business practice questions addressing environmental standards, recycling efforts, route optimization, and supplier diversity. Responses were due by May 28, 2019, with potential price adjustments allowed after the first contract year, subject to 60 days' prior written notice.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the evaluation criteria suggest a preference for suppliers with strong environmental and diversity practices. The solicitation does not appear to restrict participation based on business size or type, though the comprehensive evaluation suggests a preference for experienced, technically capable vendors. The estimated annual contract value is approximately $50,000, with Waxies Enterprises Inc. ultimately being awarded the contract for $2,266.00. No specific incumbent vendor information was provided beyond the awarded contractor. The procurement requires integration with the jail's existing laundry infrastructure, with the successful vendor responsible for providing and maintaining all necessary chemical dispensing equipment. Pricing terms allow for potential adjustments based on manufacturer price list changes, providing some flexibility for the supplier while protecting the county's interests.