RFB-758-2700000060-2 | WSH and Nursing Facility Laundry and Linen Service

Solicitation RFB-758-2700000060-2 is a request for comprehensive laundry and linen services for the Western State Hospital and Nursing Facility in Frankfort, Kentucky. The scope of work includes the daily pickup, transport, sanitization, and delivery of various linens and patient clothing, such as sheets, pillowcases, towels, and gowns. The contractor is required to maintain a seven-day on-site supply of laundry and ensure that patient clothing is returned within 24 hours. All services must adhere to The Joint Commission infection control standards and state licensing regulations, with strict requirements for the separation of clean and soiled linens using sanitized, polyethylene-lined carts and reusable nylon bags. The contract is structured as a master agreement with an initial one-year term and four optional two-year renewal periods. Award selection is based on a Best Value ranking approach, where price is the dominant factor at 95 percent of the total score, and years of experience in the United States account for the remaining 5 percent. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the Kentucky eProcurement system by August 26, 2026. Required documentation includes a notarized annual affidavit, tax registration, and an emergency service plan of action. The contractor must also provide a dedicated service representative and maintain a combined single limit liability insurance coverage of 1 million dollars.