Citywide Uniform Rental and Laundering Services

The City of Charlotte is soliciting proposals for citywide uniform rental and laundering services to support approximately 1,886 employees across various departments, including Aviation, CATS, CDOT, SWS, and Water. The selected vendor will provide a comprehensive range of apparel, including standard maintenance uniforms, lab coats, coveralls, and specialized gear such as high-visibility and flame-resistant garments (Categories 1, 2, and 3). Additional deliverables include the provision of shop rags and floor mats, with a requirement to replace uniforms every two years to address normal wear and tear. Services include weekly deliveries by 7 AM on Tuesdays to CATS facilities, the supply of dirty and repair bins at each location, and the application of heat-sealed or screen-printed emblems. The procurement process emphasizes best value, evaluating candidates based on qualifications, proposed solutions, cost-effectiveness, SBE inclusion efforts, and acceptance of contract terms. Compliance requirements are stringent, incorporating Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FTA contracting terms, and Buy America mandates for manufactured products. Vendors must adhere to strict delivery timelines, providing initial issues one week before the contract start and fulfilling new employee orders within one to four weeks depending on sizing. Administrative requirements include detailed invoicing with purchase order numbers, certification against discrimination and debarment, and the submission of proposals via the City's e-Procurement portal by November 19, 2026.