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Uniform Rental Global Overview
Definition
Summary
This report is intended to assist buyers seeking to rent uniforms. Rental firms offer multiple types of uniforms catering to businesses in the healthcare, mining and oil and gas industries, among others. Uniform rental companies also provide services such as laundering, inventory tracking and automatic uniform inspections. Some rental firms also supply mats, cleaning services and cleaning supplies.
This Report Includes:
- Laundry Services
- Uniform Pick-Ups and Deliveries
Not in this Report:
- Rental of Military Uniforms
- Rental of Law Enforcement Uniforms
- Rental of Firefighter Uniforms
Global Uniform Rental Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Uniform Rental market.
Warning Trends
China tariffs to severely impact clothing industry
- In February 2025, the Trump Administration imposed an additional 10.0% tariff on all imports from China with no exemptions or exceptions. In addition, the de minimis shipping exemption for imports under $800 was suspended, exposing these imports to all applicable tariffs; however, the repeal is paused currently until procedures and systems are properly in place.
- In late February 2025, the United States announced an additional 10.0% tariff on imports from China, resulting in a cumulative 20.0% tariff, which took effect on March 4, 2025.
- As the average effective tariff rate in the clothing and footwear industry is already over five times higher than other US imports, the higher tariff will contribute to upward pressure on industry prices as these additional costs are passed on to buyers. The suspension of the exemption on low-value imports will impact large e-commerce brands in China that leverage this exemption to lower costs, and extend lead times as these packages come under additional scrutiny.
- Apparel and footwear imports would decrease as the relative price of imports from China rises. The reduction in Chinese imports will reduce competition and allow domestic producers to raise prices.
- According to Bloomberg Intelligence estimates, tariffs could cause clothing prices for some brands to rise around 2.0% as roughly 30.0% of all apparel is imported from China. The National Retail Federation estimates that footwear prices could rise up to 18.1% as around 70.0% of all footwear is imported from China.
Neutral
Labor markets tighten slightly following interest rate cuts
- In recent months, the unemployment rate has remained stable at 4.1%, a still relatively low mark, though higher than it was in prior years. This trend indicates sustained competitiveness in the overall labor market, though certain industries have experienced waning labor demand.
- The latest jobs report indicates that major industries, such as construction, retail, leisure & hospitality, and transportation & warehousing, no longer face hiring shortfalls.
- However, worker shortages persist in the manufacturing and healthcare sectors, as 29.9% and 50.0% of job openings in each sector remained unfilled in August, respectively.
- In blue-collar fields, 33.9%, 70.1%, and 49.9% of job openings for information, finance, and professional service roles remained unfilled in September, though unfilled positions in these occupations can also be partially attributed to the longer average hiring times in these industries.
Global Uniform Rental Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 1,495 |
| #2 India | 1,495 |
| #3 United States | 600 |
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Geography Drilldown - US, Canada & Europe
Average Cost of Uniform Rental
United States
2026 Market Pricing$0.80 to $X.XX
per employee per dayCanada
Europe
Average Price
Prices in the Uniform Rental market range from $0.80 to $X.XX, depending on Type of Uniform, Product Customization, Uniform Size, Contract Length and Geographic Proximity. For example, lower prices are associated with Partial-coverage uniforms ($0.80 to $2.00 per employee per day), whereas higher prices are associated with Flame-resistant uniforms ($1.50 to $3.00 per employee per day) and Full-body uniforms ($1.50 to $3.00 per employee per day).
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Uniform Rental Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Uniform Rental market, prices in the US have grown 0.9% from 2022 to 2025. and +1.5% in Europe.
United States (2022-2025)
Canada (2018-2021)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
Europe (2022-2025)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Uniform Rental
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Uniform Rental market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Spoilage may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Set Up Fees
Billed During
Repairs
Additional Fees
Unforeseen
Spoilage
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.9 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Price Driver Volatility. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Uniform Manufacturers
- Laundry Equipment & Machinery Wholesalers
- Detergent & Cleaning Compound Manufacturers
- Truck Providers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Cotton Producers
- Synthetic Fiber Manufacturers
- Laundry Equipment & Machinery Manufacturers
- Inorganic Chemical Manufacturers
- Gasoline & Petroleum Wholesalers
Biggest Uniform Rental Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Uniform Rental vendors by revenue in the US are Domestic Linen Supply Company Inc., Mission Linen Supply and Prudential Overall Supply Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unifirst Corporation | Global | WILMINGTON, MA | >10,000 | 15-20 | ||||
| Vestis Corp | Global | ROSWELL | >10,000 | 20-25 | ||||
| Cintas Corporation | International | CINCINNATI, OH | >10,000 | 25+ | ||||
| Alsco Inc. | Global | Salt Lake City, UT | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Domestic Linen Supply Company Inc. | National | Farmington Hills, MI | 251-1000 | < 5 | ||||
| Mission Linen Supply | Regional | Santa Barbara, CA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Prudential Overall Supply Inc. | National | Irvine, CA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Uniform Rental market is 11.0% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Average vendor risk is moderate in the uniform rental market. While uniform rental companies are not typically highly dependent on critical inputs that can threaten the continuity of business, apparel stocks have been challenged by struggling supply lines.
Market share concentration is high in the uniform rental market. Despite the dominance of the three uniform rental giants (Cintas, Aramark, and UniFirst), the rest of the market remains fairly fragmented and highly competitive.
Supply chain risk is moderate in the uniform rental market. Due to negligible fluctuations in detergent prices and a large number of companies supplying them, uniform rental firms can command stable prices from their upstream suppliers despite increased tariff costs.
The United States is a net importer of non-knitted garments, meaning it imports more than it exports. Thus, uniform rental vendors have increased access to international supply chains for this input.
Supplier Information
Unifirst Corporation
Unifirst Corporation is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include uniforms, high-visibility uniforms, flame-resistant uniforms, uniform rental, hospitality linen rental. Founded in 1936,... Subscribe to learn more
Vestis Corp
Vestis Corporation is a uniform rental and workplace supplies provider across the United States and Canada. Its product line includes uniforms, mats, towels, linens, restroom supplies, first-aid supplies, safety products, and other workplace supplies. It also offers garments and contamination control supplies.... Subscribe to learn more
Cintas Corporation
Cintas Corporation is a public company operating internationally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, information, professional, scientific and technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings... Subscribe to learn more
Alsco Inc.
Alsco Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include hospital linen supply & management services, uniforms, uniform rental, hospitality linen rental and commercial dry-cleaning & laundry services.... Subscribe to learn more
Domestic Linen Supply Company Inc.
Domestic Linen Supply Company Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include uniform rental. Founded in 1926, the company is currently headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States of America with an Subscribe to learn more
Mission Linen Supply
Mission Linen Supply is a private company operating regionally in the manufacturing and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include hospital linen supply & management services, uniforms, uniform rental, hospitality linen rental and commercial dry-cleaning & laundry... Subscribe to learn more
Prudential Overall Supply Inc.
Prudential Overall Supply Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing, wholesale trade and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include uniforms, uniform rental and commercial dry-cleaning & laundry services. Founded in 1932, the company is... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Uniform Rental Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Order Value and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Accuracy and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Order Value |
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Total revenue Number of orders |
The average order value represents the revenue generated from the average order. The average order value can be used to determine whether a uniform rental vendor is large enough to meet a buyer's needs. |
| Customer Retention Rate |
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Number of customers at start of period Number of customers at end of period Number of customers added within period |
The customer retention rate represents the number of customers a company is able to retain over a set timeframe. Uniform rental companies with poor customer retention rates often have quality or service schedule issues. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Quality Control
How and where do you obtain your uniforms? Do you have in-house production or do you source your uniforms from a third-party vendor?
How long do your uniforms last on average?
Supply Chain Risk
Do you source materials with high exposure to market disruptions resulting from the coronavirus? How are you coping with these disruptions?
How diversified is your supplier base for inputs? Do you source from multiple suppliers in different global regions?
Reputation
What quality-control procedures do you implement?
How do you track customer satisfaction?
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Uniform Rental RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should outline the details of their organization, including the number of locations and organizational structure.
Buyers should specify the number of workers currently employed and the average turnover rate.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should outline the expectations regarding uniform quality, material composition, product features and brand names.
Buyers should specify all types of uniforms that will be required, as well as uniform sizes and colors.
Project Budget
If one exists, buyers should specify their budget for the desired uniform rental services as well as related products and services.
Buyers should include information about any budgetary constraints.
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