Uniform Rentals

The University of Chicago is seeking a single vendor to provide a comprehensive uniform‑rental program for its Facilities Services and IT Services staff (≈ 200 employees). The vendor must fit each employee, supply navy‑blue uniforms with embroidered logos, manage weekly laundry pickup/delivery, handle repairs, provide emergency replacements, and maintain an electronic inventory system (RFID/barcode). The contract is for an initial one‑year term with up to two one‑year extensions, and the service period may extend to three years total. • Provide initial sizing, ongoing replacements (normal cycle every 2 years, emergency within 1‑2 days) and removal of uniforms when staff leave. • Perform weekly laundry (up to three garments per employee), repairs (within 1 week), and maintain a minimum stock of 25 uniforms at all times. • Meet specific fabric, safety (flame‑resistant where required), durability, and sustainability standards; submit product samples and documentation of environmental certifications. • Use e‑Builder for all submissions; attend an optional pre‑bid Zoom meeting; respond to RFIs by April 20 and submit a full price proposal by April 30.