7320--RAPID COOK OVEN VA-26-00051613
Overview
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought (Notice ID: 3296beb164304701b127cd9fe629d84a) to identify qualified vendors capable of providing Rapid Cook Ovens for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program. This notice, while classified as Sources Sought, functions as a request for detailed proposals for a potential contract. The primary requirement is for a "Brand Name or Equal" product to the TurboChef Bullet™ Rapid Cook Oven. Responses are due by May 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to supply Rapid Cook Ovens for use by food service personnel across VA medical centers and facilities nationwide. The core requirement is for a "Brand Name or Equal" product, specifically referencing the TurboChef Bullet™ Rapid Cook Oven (Part Number: ENC-9600-801) or an equivalent that meets all specified salient characteristics. Key features include non-traditional heat transfer technologies (e.g., microwave, quartz halogen, high-velocity/impingement convection), onboard recipe storage, a touchscreen interface, stainless steel exterior, ventless operation, and ease of cleaning. A minimum one-year parts and labor warranty is required. An equipment stand (Part Number: NGC-1217-3) is also listed as CLIN 0002.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (seeking detailed proposals for a potential contract)
- Anticipated Contract Structure: The period of performance includes a 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Product Service Code: 7320 (Kitchen Equipment And Appliances)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: May 7, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must clearly indicate if their product is an "equal" and provide a description of how it meets the salient characteristics, including brand name and model number.
- Complete and submit a Salient Characteristics (SC) Chart, indicating where compliance can be found within the submission. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
- Provide descriptive literature, illustrations, or drawings to demonstrate compliance.
- Include information on annual service plans (if offered) and OEM or subcontractor service details.
- Submit company information (DUNS, CAGE Code, Business Size), Country of Origin, and ability to provide uninterrupted national supply.
- An Authorized Distributor Letter Certified by OEM is required.
- A Capabilities Statement may be submitted, though it is not required.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Hosea Berkley
- Email: Hosea.Berkley@va.gov
- Phone: 202-276-2991
- Contracting Office: SAC FREDERICK (36C10X)