Pre Solicitation Notice Kitchen replacement AFRH
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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 U.S. Department of the Interior, Interior Business Center (IBC), on behalf of the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) in Washington, DC, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Request for Quotation (RFQ). This opportunity is for kitchen equipment replacement and repairs at the AFRH–Washington campus Scott Building main kitchen and country kitchens, with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000. The full solicitation will be issued electronically on SAM.gov.
Scope of Work
The project involves the replacement and repair of kitchen equipment over a multi-year period (2026–2029). Key requirements include:
- Providing all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, permits, and tools.
- Installation of new NSF-certified commercial kitchen equipment.
- Repairs to existing units as identified in Attachment 1 – Equipment List.
- Conducting site inspections and assessments.
- Removal and disposal of old equipment and components.
- Coordinating with AFRH to minimize disruption to residents.
- Ensuring compliance with ICC, NFPA, and Washington, DC building codes.
Contract Details
- Type: Commercial Item – RFQ (Pre-solicitation)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Period of Performance: 3 years from the date of award
- Work Start: Within 160 days of award
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 238290 – Other Building and Equipment Contractors (Small Business Size Standard: $19.0M)
- PSC Code: N073 – Installation of Food Prep/Servicing Equipment
- Published: May 14, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
The formal solicitation package will be released on SAM.gov. Offerors will be required to submit Technical, Past Performance, and Price volumes. Specific requirements include:
- Separate pricing for equipment versus installation.
- Provision of manufacturer specifications and NSF certification confirmation.
- Detailed schedules and a Quality Control Plan.
- Past Performance Questionnaires or relevant CPARS reports.
- Information regarding a site visit will be provided in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice only; do not submit a quote at this time. The government is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this announcement, and all information is subject to change upon issuance of the formal solicitation. Point of Contact: Heather Armstrong, Contracting Officer, Interior Business Center (Heather_armstrong@ibc.doi.gov).