BHJC WASHER AND DRYER SERVICES

This subcontracting opportunity, issued by the Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks qualified vendors to lease 16 new commercial energy-efficient washers and 32 electric dryers under a service agreement that includes delivery, installation, and ongoing maintenance with a 24- to 48-hour response time. The solicitation requires bidders to submit lease pricing for either a 24-month term (September 15, 2026 to September 15, 2028) or a 36-month term (September 15, 2026 to September 15, 2029), with all equipment to be delivered and set up at the facility no later than 15 days after contract execution. The procurement is restricted to small business concerns, including Women-Owned Small Businesses and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, as defined by SBA size standards, and bidders must self-certify their business size and status with supporting documentation. All proposals must include a completed Bid Sheet with a detailed cost breakdown, valid MS licensing or credentials, a proposed service schedule, and mandatory paperwork including a W-9 form, Vendor Acknowledgement Form, FFATA Notice (if applicable), Anti-Lobbying Certification (if applicable), and a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming ETR as the certificate holder. Additional requirements include a current Unique Entity ID (UEI), active SAM.gov registration, and compliance with federal regulations governing debarment, anti-kickback provisions, contractor ethics, wage standards under the Davis Bacon Act and Service Contract Act, and minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 14206. Bids must be submitted via email or mail by August 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CST, and must be typewritten or in ink with no erasures—any corrections require initials. Award is not guaranteed to the lowest bidder; ETR retains sole discretion in selection, evaluating based on compliance with all pass/fail gates and overall capability. Contractors must also adhere to reporting obligations under FAR clauses 52.204-10 and 52.204-25, uphold workplace safety and ethical conduct standards, and comply with non-discrimination provisions regarding DEI activities. All terms incorporate by reference a comprehensive suite of FAR clauses covering payment, audit rights, subcontracting controls, whistleblower protections, and procurement integrity.