Description
The Minnesota Veterans Affairs Health Care System (MVAHCS) is seeking market research responses from vendors capable of providing off‑site laundry, processing, finishing, pickup, and delivery services for hospitality linens at the Fisher House (two buildings, 28 suites) in Minneapolis. The work includes twice‑weekly pick‑up and delivery, compliance with Association for Linen Management standards, handling of potentially contaminated laundry, and provision of all necessary personnel, vehicles, carts, and equipment. Vendors must submit proof of capability, answer three socio‑economic and subcontracting questions, and provide policies on compliance, cart sanitation, and lost‑and‑found handling. No contract will be awarded from this notice; it is solely for market research.
• Service: Off‑site laundering, processing, finishing, pickup, and delivery of a full inventory of hotel‑quality linens (towels, sheets, blankets, etc.).
• Frequency: Two days per week (Monday pick‑up/delivery Thursday; Thursday pick‑up/delivery Monday), excluding all federal holidays.
• Requirements: Certified personnel, licensed equipment, carts with lids, adherence to infection‑prevention protocols, detailed reporting, and a 90‑day phase‑out plan.