Reach-In Blast Chiller Freezer for the Nutrition Service Department at WRNMMC
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) Healthcare Division - Northeast is soliciting proposals for a Delfield Model No. CV15E Reach-In Blast Chiller Freezer (brand name or equal) for the Nutrition Service Department at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside combined synopsis/solicitation, with the intent to award one Firm Fixed Price contract. Offers are due by May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of one Delfield Model No. CV15E Reach-In Blast Chiller Freezer or an "Or Equal To" product. Vendors offering "Or Equal To" products must provide technical specifications for evaluation, ensuring salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics match the specified model (e.g., dimensions, pan capacity, blast chill/shock freeze capacity, power supply). The total price must include required accessories, shipping, and installation costs. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to WRNMMC, BLDG 54, 8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20889.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Solicitation ID: HT001700012412519
- NAICS Code: 333241 – Food Product Machinery Manufacturing
- Product Service Code: 7320 – Kitchen Equipment And Appliances
- Applicable Regulations: FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services), DFARS, and the Department of War (DoW) Procurement Directive.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be prepared in compliance with all instructions and terms. The Government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions; therefore, initial offers should contain the best terms from a price and technical standpoint. Offerors must hold their proposed prices firm for 90 calendar days. Evaluation will consider price and other factors, with award going to the most advantageous offer conforming to the solicitation.
Eligibility
This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must provide a complete copy of FAR provision 52.213-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications–Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Offers Due: May 22, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST
- Primary Point of Contact: Cinthia G. Funes (cinthia.g.funes.civ@health.mil)
- Secondary Point of Contact: Gregory M. Crump (gregory.m.crump.civ@health.mil)
- All quotations must be submitted to both specialists by the due date.