Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Universal Services
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Sindhu Menon
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260058
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Alsco Uniforms
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 0%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid meeting specifications to Alsco Uniforms in the amount of $136,000 for uniform rental, laundry services, and related items for Harris County for the period of June 25, 2026 - June 24, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (260058), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County is requesting approval to award a term contract for Uniform Rental, Laundry Services and Related Items to include a full-service, all-inclusive program covering:
* Rental, supply, laundering, replacement, and repair of uniforms
* Floor mat rental and servicing
* Employee sizing and fitting
* Delivery, pickup, inventory tracking, and account management
* Compliance with safety and environmental standards (OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI)
Expected Impact:
To meet operational requirements across multiple departments, maintain consistent quality, and support long-term service continuity.
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