7320--Induction Heating System | 646

SOL #: 36C24426Q0461Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)
PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

Kitchen Equipment And Appliances (7320)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 7, 2026
2
Last Updated
Apr 8, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 21, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, is soliciting proposals for Induction Heating Systems and compatible Tableware. This requirement is critical for the Nutrition and Food Services to assemble over 1,000 meals daily. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) total set-aside. Offers are due by April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The solicitation requires the procurement and delivery of:

  • Two (2) Dinex Smart.Therm Model DX811220 Induction Heating Systems or brand-name equivalents.
  • Compatible tableware, including specific quantities of trays, plates, induction bases, dome covers, mugs, and bowls.
  • One day of training on the use, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the induction heating system. All items must be compatible with each other, and the combined height of the tray, induction base, and dome cover must not exceed 5 inches to fit existing food carts. Delivery is required by June 2026.

Contract Details

  • Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFP/RFQ)
  • Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
  • Contract Type: Likely Firm Fixed Price, encompassing all procurement, shipping, and delivery costs.
  • Product Service Code (PSC): 7320 (Kitchen Equipment And Appliances)

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offers Due: April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
  • Questions Due: April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
  • Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Olivia McDonald (olivia.mcdonald@va.gov).
  • Required Documents: Offerors must submit descriptive literature and completed SF 1449 forms, quoting all items listed in the solicitation and Statement of Need.
  • Eligibility: Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is also required.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the "Lowest price technically acceptable" criteria.

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Olivia A McDonaldContract SpecialistPRIMARY
olivia.mcdonald@va.gov

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