Indiana Department of Administration - Laundry Services for Hospital Linens at Indiana Veteran's Home - RFP 27-88106 (2026)
Indiana Richmond State Hospital | State of IndianaState · Richmond, IN- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Simran Kandola
- (317) 232-3061
The 30-second brief
The Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA), acting on behalf of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking comprehensive commercial laundry and linen management services for the Indiana Veterans' Home (IVH) located in West Lafayette, Indiana. The selected contractor will provide pickup, transport, laundering, sanitization, repair, and delivery of hospital and personal linens for approximately 105 to 120 residents. Required items include flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, thermal blankets, bed covers, wash cloths, gowns, underpads, aprons, and resident clothing, adhering strictly to CDC, OSHA, The Joint Commission, and CMS infection control standards. The initial contract term is five (5) years with a one (1) year renewal option. Submissions are due by October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time via the Indiana Supplier Portal. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Price (30 points), Buy Indiana Initiative (5 points), and Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 points).
Adherence to Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Cost (30 points), Buy Indiana (5 points), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 points)
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Summary
The Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA), acting on behalf of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking comprehensive commercial laundry and linen management services for the Indiana Veterans' Home (IVH) located in West Lafayette, Indiana.
The selected contractor will provide pickup, transport, laundering, sanitization, repair, and delivery of hospital and personal linens for approximately 105 to 120 residents. Required items include flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, thermal blankets, bed covers, wash cloths, gowns, underpads, aprons, and resident clothing, adhering strictly to CDC, OSHA, The Joint Commission, and CMS infection control standards. The initial contract term is five (5) years with a one (1) year renewal option. Submissions are due by October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time via the Indiana Supplier Portal. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Price (30 points), Buy Indiana Initiative (5 points), and Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment J
- AI Technical Proposal Questions
- Infrastructure Overview
- Submit to
- https://www.in.gov/idoa/procurement/supplier-resource-center/requirements-to-do-business-with-the-state/bidder-profile-registration/manage-my-bidder-profile/submitting-a-bid/
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- West Lafayette, Indiana
- Reported agency
- State of Indiana
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Indiana Richmond State Hospital | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.in.gov/idoa/procurement/supplier-resource-center/requirements-to-do-business-with-the-state/bidder-profile-registration/manage-my-bidder-profile/submitting-a-bid/. For questions, contact Simran Kandola.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Indiana Richmond State Hospital | State of Indiana in IN, 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 RFP 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 Simran Kandola at (317) 232-3061. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Adherence to Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Cost (30 points), Buy Indiana (5 points), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Attachment A, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment J, AI Technical Proposal Questions, Infrastructure Overview. Review the full document from Indiana Richmond State Hospital | State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Lafayette, Indiana. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.