The County of Kern is seeking a vendor to provide uniform, linen, and laundry services for its departments and employees. The contract is for a period of three years, with pricing firmly fixed for the first year and stated escalation percentages for years two and three. The vendor must provide a selection of colors in uniforms, including industrial uniforms, polo shirts, and lab coats. The vendor must also provide linens, such as towels, dust mops, and rags, and have the capability to furnish uniforms and mats with emblems, logos, and names. The vendor must have a delivery ticket system and provide usage/order reports as requested. Some of the key points of this contract include:
• The contract is for a period of three years, with pricing firmly fixed for the first year and stated escalation percentages for years two and three.
• The vendor must provide a selection of colors in uniforms, including industrial uniforms, polo shirts, and lab coats.
• The vendor must provide linens, such as towels, dust mops, and rags.
• The vendor must have the capability to furnish uniforms and mats with emblems, logos, and names.
• The vendor must have a delivery ticket system and provide usage/order reports as requested.
• The vendor must provide service throughout the County, with no minimums, and must be able to provide services after hours in emergency situations.
• The vendor must have a warranty/repair policy in place for damaged or worn-out items.
• The vendor must have a transition process in place to set up new accounts with the County.
• The vendor must have a system in place for handling after-hours and emergency service requests.