7195--Sheridan VAMC Custom Hot and Cold Food Service Counter
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the removal and replacement of a custom cafeteria hot and cold food service counter at the Sheridan VA Medical Center in Sheridan, Wyoming. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded based on responses. Responses are due by June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM Local Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the removal and disposal of the existing food service counter, followed by the design, assembly, and installation of a new custom hot and cold food serving counter. The contractor will be responsible for all labor, materials, fabrication, installation, and design-build services. Key specifications include:
- Custom Counter Construction: An L-shaped food serving counter (approx. 329” x 44’) x (120” x 44’) x 34” High.
- Materials: 3cm Caesarstone quartz top with integral tray slide, 18-gauge stainless steel unibody base, stainless steel walls, and hinged doors.
- Equipment Accommodation: Must accommodate specific drop-in equipment including cold slabs, refrigerated cold food well units, electric hot food well units, and plate/dish dispensers.
- Ancillary Features: Includes a 72” raised laminated millwork tray/utensil storage ledge, 6” stainless steel legs, stainless steel toe kick, and three sneezeguards with LED lighting.
- Plumbing: Connection of PVC to floor drains for cold water wells.
- Design Documentation: Provision of full design, CAD Drawings, 3 renderings, and manufacturer manuals.
- Compliance: NSF Sanitation and UL listed components are required, with certain components specified as "Made in USA."
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 337127 – Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (Small Business size standard: 500 Employees)
- Product Service Code: 7195 – Miscellaneous Furniture And Fixtures
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM Local Mountain Time
- Published Date: June 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Sheridan VA Medical Center, 1898 Fort Road, Sheridan, Wyoming 82801
Submission & Evaluation
Interested contractors must submit a Capabilities/Qualifications Statement (maximum 8 pages, including cover letter) and complete a market research table questionnaire. The questionnaire requests company information, business size (e.g., Small Business, HUBZone, SDVOSB), FSS/GSA contract status, proposed solution availability, pricing model, and Buy American Act compliance. Failure to complete the questionnaire will assume the entire requirement cannot be met. Responses should be marked "Proprietary Information" if business sensitive.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only. The Government will not pay for information received or compensate for response costs. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract. Contractors must verify floor flatness and utility access, and are responsible for delivery of all design documents and manuals. Post-installation verification of hot/cold water wells and electrical safety is required.
Contact: Barron Long, Contracting Officer, at barron.long@va.gov or 303-712-5741.