4110--NEW < SAT | NFS Freezer Replacement
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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), Network Contracting Office 21, is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Freezer Replacement Parts and Repair Services for the VA Central California Healthcare System in Fresno, CA. This is a Small Business Set-Aside and a Brand Name or Equal requirement, specifically for the repair of two freezers in the Nutrition Food Service Kitchen. Quotes are due April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary parts, labor, and equipment for the repair of two freezers (BE6B and BE9A) in the Nutrition Food Service Kitchen. Key requirements include:
- Replacement of two evaporative coils and two condenser units for BE6B.
- Replacement of one evaporative coil and one condenser unit for BE9A.
- Replacement of doors for both BE6B and BE9A.
- Disconnection and removal of existing equipment.
- Connection and installation of new equipment.
- Testing and verification of new system functionality.
- Provision of operation and maintenance instructions and manufacturer documentation.
- Disposal of all waste, debris, and refrigerant at the contractor's expense.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Small Business Set-Aside (credit given for Verified SDVOSB/VOSB status)
- NAICS: 333415 (Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 4110 (Refrigeration Equipment)
- Place of Performance: VA Central California Healthcare System, 2615 E. Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703.
- Period of Performance: To be indicated by the vendor in Section B of the solicitation.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 17, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Questions Deadline: 72 hours prior to the offer due date.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors:
- Freezer Parts (capabilities, quality, durability)
- Delivery (understanding of timelines)
- Price (fairness and reasonableness)
- Authorization (OEM or authorized distributor proof)
- SDVOSB/VOSB Status (offeror's or proposed subcontractors')
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference. Delivery is FOB Destination to the VA Central California Healthcare System.