Lackland DFAC Equipment

SOL #: F2M3MS6057A001Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA3016 502 CONS CL
JBSA LACKLAND, TX, 78236-5286, United States

Place of Performance

DWG, TX

NAICS

Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

PSC

Kitchen Equipment And Appliances (7320)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
May 11, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 20, 2026, 3:00 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 the Air Force is conducting Market Research via a Sources Sought notice for Dining Facility (DFAC) Equipment at Lackland Air Force Base, TX. This effort aims to identify qualified vendors capable of providing specific kitchen equipment, including an ice maker, water softener, planetary mixer, and a cook/hold oven. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by May 20, 2026.

Scope of Work

This market research seeks to identify industry capabilities for providing commercial kitchen equipment that meets detailed salient characteristics. The required equipment includes:

  • Ice Maker: Scotsman MC1448MA3 or equivalent, featuring stainless steel construction, 1553 lbs/24hr production, medium cube ice, 208-230v/60Hz/3ph power, Energy Star, NSF/UL certified, with antimicrobial protection and one-touch cleaning.
  • Water Softener: Hobart Model WS-80 or equivalent, a 2-tank system capable of removing hardness to less than ½ grain per gallon, with a top-mounted regeneration control valve, no electric hookup, and corrosion-resistant materials.
  • Planetary Mixer: Hobart HL800-1STD or equivalent, equipped with a heavy-duty 3 HP motor, gear transmission with four fixed speeds plus stir, Shift-on-the-Fly™ controls, and an 80-quart stainless steel bowl with standard accessories.
  • Cook/Hold Oven: Vulcan VRH88 or equivalent, a pass-thru warmer with two half doors per side, stainless steel interior/exterior, cook temperatures from 100°F to 250°F, hold temperatures from 100°F to 190°F, and dual voltage 208/240 electrical.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Response Due: May 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM Z
  • Published: May 11, 2026

Evaluation

This notice is for market research purposes only. Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and determine potential acquisition strategies. This is not a request for pricing information.

Additional Notes

Interested parties should provide expressed capability demonstrating their ability to meet or exceed the salient characteristics outlined in the attached documents for each piece of equipment. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, and the government is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this market research.

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