7310--ALADDIN FOOD CARTS | VA LONG BEACH
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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) Long Beach Healthcare System is seeking quotes for Aladdin Temp-Rite food carts, or equivalent, under an unrestricted, firm-fixed-price contract. This combined synopsis/solicitation requires the provision of CRIII-Mini and CRIII-SR food carts. Quotes are due by April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of specific food carts:
- 10 CRIII-Mini Carts, 24 Meal, Flat Tray, Tow Hitch, Travel Latch (3.1" TS) w/AutoTherm (Aladdin Temp-Rite Part Number: SP5989 CR3C24302010SP)
- 2 CRIII-SR Carts, 30 Meal, Flat Tray, Tow Hitch, Travel Latch (3.1" TS) w/AutoTherm (Aladdin Temp-Rite Part Number: SP5990 CR3C30301010SP)
Items are procured as Brand Name or Equal. Quotes for "equal" items must meet detailed salient characteristics, including capacity, tray spacing, construction, rethermalization capabilities, casters, door features, washability, ETL Sanitation listing, and a minimum 1-year warranty. No remanufactured or gray market items are acceptable. Vendors must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller. Shipping costs must be included in the quoted price.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Place of Performance: VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Long Beach, CA 90822.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 333310 (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,000 Employees.
- Product Service Code: 7310 (Food Cooking, Baking, And Serving Equipment).
Submission & Inquiries
- Response Due: April 29, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
- Submission Method: Quotes are requested; a formal written solicitation will not be issued.
- Inquiries: Questions must be directed to Adrienne Brown, Contracting Officer, at adrienne.brown4@va.gov. The subject line must include "36C26226Q0503, LB Food Carts". Inquiries must be submitted within 48 hours of the notice release. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
- Registration: All offerors must be actively registered in www.sam.gov to be considered for award.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is conducted under FAR Part 12 Simplified Acquisition Procedures and Veteran Affairs Acquisition Regulations. Offerors are responsible for monitoring the website for any amendments or updates.