County of Sacramento Laundry Concentrate Supplies and Services - 2026-RFB-0103 (2026)
Sacramento CountyCounty · Sacramento, CA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Robert Whelan
- (916) 876-6379
The 30-second brief
County of Sacramento invites bids to establish an annual contract for laundry concentrate supplies and ancillary services for institutional high-temperature large volume operations. Named facilities include Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center in Elk Grove, Youth Detention Facility, and the County Main Jail in Sacramento. Required products include liquid laundry detergent/suds, laundry break, bleach/destainer, neutralizer, and fabric softener packaged in 15-gallon and 2.5-gallon returnable containers, free of nonylphenol (NP) and nonylphenolethoxylates (NPEs). The contractor will furnish, install, and maintain vendor-owned automatic dispensing systems and provide quarterly training. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026, with a question deadline of October 15, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate at least 3 years of experience in institutional settings.
Liquid Laundry Detergent/Suds, Liquid Laundry Break, Liquid Laundry Bleach/Destainer, Liquid Neutralizer, Liquid Fabric Softener
Lowest price offer that is technically acceptable, made by responsible company with at least 3 years of experience
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Summary
County of Sacramento invites bids to establish an annual contract for laundry concentrate supplies and ancillary services for institutional high-temperature large volume operations.
Named facilities include Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center in Elk Grove, Youth Detention Facility, and the County Main Jail in Sacramento. Required products include liquid laundry detergent/suds, laundry break, bleach/destainer, neutralizer, and fabric softener packaged in 15-gallon and 2.5-gallon returnable containers, free of nonylphenol (NP) and nonylphenolethoxylates (NPEs). The contractor will furnish, install, and maintain vendor-owned automatic dispensing systems and provide quarterly training. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026, with a question deadline of October 15, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate at least 3 years of experience in institutional settings.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price offer that is technically acceptable, made by responsible company with at least 3 years of experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Liquid Laundry Detergent/Suds
- Liquid Laundry Break
- Liquid Laundry Bleach/Destainer
- Liquid Neutralizer
- Liquid Fabric Softener
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix I - Price Schedule Laundry Chem
- Affidavit of Eligibility
- Risk Assessment Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/saccounty
- Duration
- 66 months
- Scope location
- Sacramento, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Sacramento
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Sacramento County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/saccounty. For questions, contact Robert Whelan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Sacramento County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Robert Whelan at (916) 876-6379. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Liquid Laundry Detergent/Suds, Liquid Laundry Break, Liquid Laundry Bleach/Destainer, Liquid Neutralizer, Liquid Fabric Softener. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest price offer that is technically acceptable, made by responsible company with at least 3 years of experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sacramento County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sacramento County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sacramento County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix I - Price Schedule Laundry Chem, Affidavit of Eligibility, Risk Assessment Questionnaire. Review the full document from Sacramento County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sacramento, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.