Indiana Department of Administration - Laundry Services for Hospital Linens at Indiana Veteran’s Home - RFP 27-88106 (2026)
Indiana State Budget Agency | State of IndianaState · Indianapolis, 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), on behalf of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive laundry services and linen management for the Indiana Veterans’ Home (IVH) located in West Lafayette, IN. The scope of work includes the supply, delivery, pickup, laundering, sorting, counting, and tracking of clean and soiled hospital and personal linens, flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, blankets, gowns, underpads, wash cloths, and resident clothing. The contractor must adhere to healthcare sanitation and infection prevention standards, including CDC, OSHA, The Joint Commission, and CMS guidelines, and maintain a 3% Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business (IVOSB) subcontracting goal. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Indiana Supplier Portal.
Supply and delivery of clean linen items, Flat and fitted bed sheets, Pillowcases, Towels, Blankets, Gowns, Underpads, Wash cloths, Laundry bags, Resident clothing; pickup and transport of soiled linen; sorting, Counting, And tracking linen inventory; laundering and finishing in accordance with healthcare sanitation standards; repair or replacement of damaged linen; folding and sorting clean linen into carts
Adherence to Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Cost (30 points), Buy Indiana Initiative (5 points), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 points)
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Summary
The Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA), on behalf of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive laundry services and linen management for the Indiana Veterans’ Home (IVH) located in West Lafayette, IN. The scope of work includes the supply, delivery, pickup, laundering, sorting, counting, and tracking of clean and soiled hospital and personal linens, flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, blankets, gowns, underpads, wash cloths, and resident clothing.
The contractor must adhere to healthcare sanitation and infection prevention standards, including CDC, OSHA, The Joint Commission, and CMS guidelines, and maintain a 3% Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business (IVOSB) subcontracting goal. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Indiana Supplier Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Supply and delivery of clean linen items, Flat and fitted bed sheets, Pillowcases, Towels, Blankets, Gowns, Underpads, Wash cloths, Laundry bags, Resident clothing; pickup and transport of soiled linen; sorting, Counting, And tracking linen inventory; laundering and finishing in accordance with healthcare sanitation standards; repair or replacement of damaged linen; folding and sorting clean linen into carts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A - IVOSB Commitment Form
- Attachment D - Cost Proposal
- Attachment E - Business Proposal
- Attachment F - Technical Proposal
- Attachment J - Attestation Form
- 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, IN
- Reported agency
- State of Indiana
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Indiana State Budget Agency | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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://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 State Budget Agency | 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Supply and delivery of clean linen items, Flat and fitted bed sheets, Pillowcases, Towels, Blankets, Gowns, Underpads, Wash cloths, Laundry bags, Resident clothing; pickup and transport of soiled linen; sorting, Counting, And tracking linen inventory; laundering and finishing in accordance with heal. 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: "Adherence to Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 points), Cost (30 points), Buy Indiana Initiative (5 points), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Comm..." 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 - IVOSB Commitment Form, Attachment D - Cost Proposal, Attachment E - Business Proposal, Attachment F - Technical Proposal, Attachment J - Attestation Form, AI Technical Proposal Question. Review the full document from Indiana State Budget Agency | 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, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.