7310--NX EQ Combi Oven (VA-26-00041205)
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) is conducting a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify qualified sources for Combi Ovens and associated equipment for the Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program. The VA intends to award a single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders. Responses are due February 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The VHA requires "brand name or equal" Rational iCombi® Pro or equivalent Combi Ovens, along with comprehensive associated equipment and services. These ovens are thermally insulated chambers used for cooking, warming, and baking food, available in natural gas or electric models. The requirement includes various sizes (10-20 E/G and 20-20 E/G models) and must meet eleven specific Salient Characteristics (SCs). Key SCs include an integrated intelligent cooking system with a temperature probe, robust construction, steaming and convection functions (90°F – 550°F), Energy Star rating, programmable cool-down, autonomous cleaning system with hand shower, Wi-Fi capability, and high-efficiency LED lighting.
Associated equipment and services include a minimum 1-year parts and labor warranty (1-year steam generator warranty), a CAP Chef Assistance Program, pre-installation site consultations, certified installation services, water filtration systems, and cleaning/care tabs. Vendors must be able to deliver to VA medical centers and facilities in both the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders.
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods.
- NAICS Code: 333241 (Food Product Machinery Manufacturing) with a 500-employee size standard.
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026
Submission Requirements
This is not a solicitation. Interested vendors must submit responses via email to Michael.Andrews6@va.gov and Sara.Vickroy@va.gov. Submissions must include:
- Descriptive literature demonstrating how proposed products meet or exceed all salient characteristics.
- Details on annual service plans (coverage, OEM/subcontractor).
- Company information: full name, address, DUNS, CAGE, SAM UIE, business size, manufacturer/distributor status (with manufacturer details if applicable), and country of origin.
- Proof of ability to provide uninterrupted supply nationally.
- SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA's Small Business Search database.
- A Capabilities Statement is highly encouraged, specifically addressing the outlined questions.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning and informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a contract. No solicitation is available at this time.