7310--CABINET FOOD WARM | BRAND NAME OR EQUAL
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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), specifically the Network Contracting Office 22, has awarded a contract to GILL GROUP, INC. for Cabinet Food Warmers (Brand Name or Equal). This award, valued at $359,364.58, is for the VA San Diego Healthcare System to enhance meal service coordination.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the procurement of Burlodge Food Carts and Base Stations for the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The specific requirements include:
- 12 Burlodge B Pod Food Carts: Must match existing models, be cart washable, and compatible with Belimed CS750 Cart Washer.
- 8 Burlodge Base "B"-Pod Short units: Designed for warming meals and compatible with JSN U0615 Pod.
- Installation: Required for Base Stations, including programming and utility connections, to be performed during overnight hours.
- Training: Comprehensive training on the Burlodge system.
- Documentation: User and service manuals in electronic format.
- Warranty: Minimum 3-year manufacturer’s warranty covering labor and parts.
- New Equipment: Only new, OEM items are acceptable; no used, refurbished, remanufactured, or gray market items. The date of manufacture must not be greater than 1 year before the purchase order date.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Award Number: 36C26226P0874
- Award Amount: $359,364.58
- Award Date: April 30, 2026
- Awardee: GILL GROUP, INC.
- Period of Performance: 5 months after Receipt of Order.
- Delivery Target: Before September 30, 2026.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This opportunity was conducted under Unrestricted full and open competition. The NAICS Code was 333241 (Food Product Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 500 Employees. Offerors were required to be authorized dealers, distributors, or resellers and registered in SAM.gov.
Evaluation
The award was made on the basis of the lowest price quotation that met all requirements and provided necessary documentation. Price reasonableness was determined through competitive offers.
Point of Contact
Anthony Dela Cruz, Contracting Officer, at anthony.delacruz@va.gov or 562-766-2284.