4130--ICE AND WATER DISPENSER
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), Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22), is seeking sources for Ice and Water Dispensers for the VA Phoenix Healthcare System in Phoenix, AZ. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by January 26, 2026, 7:00 am PST.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for Ice & Water Dispensers as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) and RFQ 36C26226Q0274. Key requirements for the Symphony Plus ice and water dispensers include:
- 25 or 50 lb ice storage capacity.
- Removable air- or water-cooled ice machine with up to 425 lb daily production of Chewblet ice.
- Must produce soft, chewable, compressed nugget ice.
- Features such as Quiet Night™ sleep mode, automatic self-flushing, and Agion® silver-based antimicrobial.
- Stainless steel evaporator and auger, R404a refrigerant, and stainless steel frame/cabinets.
- Must come fully assembled and install with three easy connections (electric, water, drain).
- A warranty of 3 years for parts and labor, and 5 years for compressor parts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 36C26226Q0274), contemplated as Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 333415 (Size Standard: 1250 employees).
- Offer Due Date: January 26, 2026, 7:00 am PST.
- Questions Due Date: January 16, 2026, 7:00 am PST.
- Published Date: January 12, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
Evaluation will be based on the lowest price quotation that meets all requirements and provides all required documents. Quotes must be submitted electronically to Anthony.delacruz@va.gov in PDF format, not exceeding 10MB. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and certified as an SDVOSB in https://search.certifications.sba.gov/. Offerors must also be an authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller and submit OEM authorization letters.
Additional Notes
Inquiries must reference solicitation number 36C26226Q0274 in the email subject line. The document includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses.