How to bid on Laundry and Linen Cleaning Services for Joint Base Andrews, DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking a small business to provide routine pickup and delivery of laundry and linen items at Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Maryland. These services will support multiple organizations on the base, with specific protocols outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

This contract will have a 12-month base period, followed by four additional 12-month option periods. The government emphasizes the importance of prompt delivery, flexibility, and accurate accountability for all items.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting your response to this Request for Quote (RFQ) is August 18, 2026, at 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time. Responses must be submitted electronically.

Note that the deadline for submitting any questions about this solicitation has passed, as questions were due by 3:00 PM local time on August 11, 2026. Q&A responses have been attached to the solicitation notice for reference.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% total small business set-aside. The relevant North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 812320, for Drycleaning and Laundry Services, with a size standard of $8.0 million.

The government is looking for a well-qualified small business with recent and relevant experience in all required service areas. Teaming with other qualified socio-economic business partners is allowed. If you plan to team, your response should clearly delineate the work to be performed by the prime contractor and by each teaming partner.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click "View original source" on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

All responses must be submitted electronically to [email protected] by the deadline. Ensure your firm is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, as this is required for all contractors doing business with the Federal Government.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to understand all service protocols and specific mission requirements. Your proposal should clearly demonstrate your capability to meet these varying levels of service.

Highlight your firm's recent and relevant experience in laundry and linen services, especially those involving multiple organizations or complex logistical requirements. Emphasize your ability to ensure prompt delivery, flexibility, and accurate accountability, as these are critical components.

If you are proposing a teaming agreement, clearly define the roles and responsibilities of each partner. This helps the government understand how the combined team will meet the solicitation requirements and supports their small business set-aside decision. Also, consider attending the site visit if referenced in the solicitation notice section L, as this can provide valuable insights.