7320--Ventless Griddle

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a "Brand name or Equal" requirement for a Ventless Griddle and Fire Suppression System. The primary objective is to replace the existing ventless grill at a kiosk with a new, more efficient, and compliant unit to improve food preparation efficiency, ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, and enhance the overall service experience. The current grill has reached the end of its operational life.

• Ventless Griddle Wells (Middleby) Model No. WVG-136, VCS2000 or Equal: Must be electric, 22" x 18" grill area, with thermostatic controls, self-contained hood system, stainless steel construction, cabinet base, front legs, rear casters, UL/cULus/NSF certified, equipped with Pre-filter and HEPA Charcoal Filter, 208/240v/60/3-ph, 7.3/9.5 kW, 29/33 amps, dual voltage. Dimensions: 77.19(h) x 42.38(w) x 35.06(d) or smaller. "Glove service/installation" required.

• Fire Suppression Unit UL-300 Wet Chemical Fire Suppression System or Equal: Must comply with NFPA 96 and 17a, ISO, and local fire codes. Includes design/material/installation of an ANSUL Fire Suppression System for Wells Ventless Hood, mechanical plans, electric gas valve up to 2", and permit fees (if applicable). Requires a one-year material and workmanship warranty from the date of installation. "Glove service" required.

• Protection/Additional Warranty Coverage: 60 months from the date of installation (overlapping the 1-year factory warranty).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implies installation and warranty period.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Deadline: Friday, February 06, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.

• Submission Method: Electronically to Sam.choo@va.gov in PDF or Microsoft Excel (.xls) format, no larger than 10MB.

• Quote Validity: 60 days.

• Evaluation: Award will be made based on "Brand name or Equal" requirements, with offers evaluated side-by-side based on lowest price quotation that meets ALL requirements and provides required documents. Technical acceptability will be determined, and price reasonableness will be assessed.

• Site Visit: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 a.m. PST at 215 Bonsall Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90049.

• Set-Aside: This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside, open market.

• Eligibility: Offerors must be authorized dealers, distributors, or resellers for the proposed Brand name or equal, and provide an authorization letter dated no more than 90 days prior to the submission deadline.

• Offerors must show clear and compelling evidence to meet all requirements.

• All questions must be received by Monday, February 02, 2026, by 10:00 am PST.

• Offerors must be registered in www.sam.gov.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Brand Name or Equal requirement for a Ventless Griddle. The solicitation details the specific requirements for this equipment.

• The contractor must provide a Ventless Griddle.

• Clear and compelling evidence must be presented to meet all solicitation requirements.

• Not specified in this document.

• Award will be made in accordance with ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS – COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES, and FAR 52.212-2 EVALUATION-COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES.

• All quotes must be received by Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time.

• This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside, open market.

• The solicitation number is 36C26226Q0249.

• The Product/Service Code is 7320.

• The NAICS Code is 333241.

• The Contracting Office is Network Contracting Office 22, located in Long Beach, CA 90815.

• The Place of Performance is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, 215 Bonsall Ave, Bldg 215, Los Angeles CA 90049, USA.

• A document titled "S02 - 36C26226Q0249" is attached.