88th RD PPC, Shop Towels, and Laundering Services
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC) · Response deadline: Fri, 16 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army's Mission Installation Contracting Command at Fort McCoy is seeking a contractor for shop towels and laundering services for the 88th Regional Support Command (RD PPC). This is a recurring commercial requirement common to military maintenance and industrial operations: supplying clean shop towels on a rotational basis and collecting, laundering, and returning used ones.
Laundry and linen supply services fall under NAICS 812332, which covers industrial launderers. These contracts typically involve route-based service with scheduled pickups and deliveries to support vehicle maintenance shops, tool rooms, or other facilities where absorbent wipers are consumed regularly. See the solicitation for specific quantities, service frequencies, and any required towel specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Dept of the Army, Mission Installation Contracting Command (MICC), 419th Contracting Support Brigade, W6QM MICC Fort McCoy |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911SA27QA003 |
| NAICS | 812332 (Industrial Launderers) |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted) |
| Response deadline | October 16, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is unrestricted—no small business set-aside applies. Both small and large businesses may submit offers, including:
- Industrial laundry services with commercial route delivery capabilities
- Textile rental companies with shop towel inventory programs
- Regional or national laundry chains able to service Fort McCoy, Wisconsin
Small businesses should evaluate whether they can meet any minimum capacity requirements, geographic service obligations, and potential bonding or insurance requirements. See the solicitation for any specific qualifications, past performance references, or facility certifications required.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the delivery model. Route-based industrial laundry contracts typically price per dozen towels per week with ancillary charges for loss, damage, or special handling. Verify whether pricing should be all-inclusive or itemized.
Assess logistics carefully. Fort McCoy is an active training and mobilization center in western Wisconsin. Factor drive time, gate access procedures, and any security clearance requirements for delivery personnel into your cost structure. See the solicitation for specific place of performance and access requirements.
Prepare your technical response. Government evaluators typically examine: equipment cleanliness standards, contingency plans for service interruptions, environmental compliance for wastewater discharge, and quality control processes. Highlight any ISO certifications, automated tracking systems, or barcoded inventory management.
Review commercial terms. Check for government-specific clauses unique to Army service contracts, such as provisions for mobilization and deployment support, or unscheduled facility closures due to training exercises.
Price strategically. With no set-aside restricting competition, expect both small and large competitors. Large industrial laundries may leverage economies of scale; small bidders should emphasize responsiveness, local presence, and reduced transportation costs if applicable.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911SA6-27-Q-A003 (or search by title/number)
- Verify all requirements for place of performance, quantities, and evaluation criteria, which are not provided in the synopsis metadata
- Note the firm deadline: October 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time—late submissions are typically non-negotiable under federal acquisition rules
View the official notice on SAM.gov →