SAM #36C247-26-AP-3095

VA Solicitation for Commercial-Grade Five-Well Hot Food Counters

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking three commercial-grade five-well hot food counters for the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center to support its Nutrition and Food Service department. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN7, Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center - Contracting Office: 247-Network Contract Office 7 - Products Requested: - Three (3) commercial-grade five-well hot food counters (steam tables) - 14-gauge stainless steel countertop - Five die-stamped well openings, each with individual thermostatic control (1,000 watts per well) - Drainage system with well drains plumbed to a common bottom valve - Stainless steel front and end panels - Under-storage area - Heavy-duty 5-inch swivel casters with brakes - Minimum 10-foot external cord and plug assembly (configurable for left or right access) - Optional features: folding stainless steel work shelf, single/double-tier overshelf, heat lamp, serving tray rail, sneeze guard, raised drain, convenience outlet, heated under-storage - Services Requested: - Vendor demonstration of equipment operation upon delivery - Unique Requirements: - Strict construction and performance specifications - Optional features encouraged - Emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) participation - Delivery Location: - Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, 3701 Loop Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404 - No specific OEMs or brands are named; vendors must propose compliant products

Description

The VA requires delivery of three (3) commercial-grade five-well hot food counters. The equipment must meet or exceed the mandatory salient characteristics listed below. Optional features are desirable and vendors are encouraged to indicate which optional features their products support..

All equipment offered must meet each of the following minimum requirements. Offers that do not meet all mandatory characteristics will not be considered:

Countertop Construction: 14-gauge stainless steel countertop with five (5) die-stamped well openings. Hot Food Wells: Five (5) individual, thermostatically controlled hot food wells, each rated at 1,000 watts. Drainage System: Well drains plumbed to a common bottom valve to facilitate easy access and cleaning. Exterior Panels: Stainless steel front and end panels. Under-Storage: Convenient under-storage area. Mobility: Heavy-duty No less than 5-inch swivel casters with brakes (non-marking). Power Supply: Minimum 10-foot external cord and plug assembly, configurable for left or right-hand access.

Quantity: Three (3) units Delivery Location: Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center, 3701 Loop Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404 Required Delivery Period: Within 30–45 calendar days after contract award Installation/Demonstration: Vendor shall demonstrate equipment operation upon delivery

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