Warewash and laundry chemicals and service

The state of Iowa, specifically Jones County, is seeking to establish a contract(s) to provide chemicals and service for their warewash and laundry business through this procurement opportunity. The Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the need for a full range of warewash and laundry chemicals, including products such as fabric softeners, laundry detergents, degreasers, and dishwashing chemicals. The selected contractor(s) will also be responsible for providing related service and maintenance, including the installation of dispensing equipment, technical expertise, training, and troubleshooting support. Bids are due by March 1, 2024, and the anticipated award date is March 28, 2024, with the contract expected to be executed by May 1, 2024. The RFP includes mandatory and scored technical requirements, such as the contractor's experience, overall cost, on-site service capabilities, proposed products, and value-add capabilities for the customer's inmate training program.

The RFP indicates a preference for Iowa-based businesses and products, and the contractor must comply with certification requirements related to debarment, sales and use tax, and the release of information. However, the RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, the current incumbent vendors or contractors are not identified, and the total estimated annual spend or budget range for this contract opportunity is not disclosed.