Sumner County Laundry Chemicals for the Jail RFP 20260723-1
Sumner CountyCounty · Gallatin, TN- Due
- Jul 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Christi Mullins
- (615) 451-6033
The 30-second brief
Sumner County Government is soliciting proposals for the supply of laundry chemicals (detergent and destainer) and the installation of dispensing equipment at the Sumner County Jail for the 2026-2027 bid year.
Cost per use breakdown, Two complete copies of the proposal or one copy with a flash drive
Lowest price per use, availability, quality of product, bid compliance, thoroughness of proposal, experience, references
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Summary
Sumner County Government is soliciting proposals for the supply of laundry chemicals (detergent and destainer) and the installation of dispensing equipment at the Sumner County Jail for the 2026-2027 bid year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest price per use
- Availability
- Quality of product
- Bid compliance
- Thoroughness of proposal
- Experience
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cost per use breakdown, Two complete copies of the proposal or one copy with a flash drive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Attachment 1 (RFP Sheet/Contact Information)
- Attachment 2 (Statement of Non-Collusion)
- Attachment 3 (Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit)
- Attachment 4 (Certification Regarding Debarment)
- Attachment 5 (Attestation Re Personnel)
- Attachment 6 (References)
- Attachment 7 (Open Records Acknowledgement)
- IRS Form W-9
- Scope location
- Gallatin, TN
- Reported agency
- Sumner County Government
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sumner County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 23, 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. For questions, contact Christi Mullins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sumner County in TN, 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 Christi Mullins at (615) 451-6033. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost per use breakdown, Two complete copies of the proposal or one copy with a flash drive. 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 per use, availability, quality of product, bid compliance, thoroughness of proposal, experience, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sumner County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sumner County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sumner 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 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 1 (RFP Sheet/Contact Information), Attachment 2 (Statement of Non-Collusion), Attachment 3 (Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit), Attachment 4 (Certification Regarding Debarment), Attachment 5 (A. Review the full document from Sumner 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: Gallatin, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.