MSG Commercial Cook Services
The Department of State is seeking a contractor to provide commercial cook services, including all labor, materials, and equipment, for the Marine Security Guards at the U.S. Embassy in Tallinn, Estonia. The contractor must prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals daily Monday through Friday, with an optional breakfast, totaling 14-21 meals per day for seven Marines. A 10-day rotating menu will be agreed upon, and the contractor will be responsible for grocery shopping, food preparation and presentation, implementing green programs, ensuring food safety and hygiene, and providing cleaning services.
The contract requires the contractor to maintain a standard of service equal to or better than quality commercial food service operations and meet all applicable health and safety standards. Performance will be evaluated through government inspections, customer feedback, and ensuring acceptable quality levels for on-time meal delivery, proper food handling and cleanliness, customer service, and responsiveness to menu adjustments. Quotes are due by April 4, 2024, with award intended based on initial pricing without discussions.
19EN1024Q0004 Department of State
2/5/24, 5:54 AM Smoothie Bar Equipment for Couage Inn/Electric Griddles for Lancer Bistro
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation number is JBLMFPMO20210007 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-03. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 335999 with a small business size standard of 500.00 employees. This requirement is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.UnisonMarketplace.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and, unless otherwise displayed at www.UnisonMarketplace.com, will end on: 2021-02-09 15:00:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above. FOB Destination shall be Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433The MICC End User requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001: Vitamix The Quiet One on-Counter Model 36019 or equivalent.
-3 Peak output horsepower motor
- 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 15.0 amps
- Dimensions 18.0" x 8.5" x 10.7" (H x W x D)
-Weight 23.4 lbs, 3, EA;LI 002: Vitamix Advance Container 48 oz. Model 15978 or Equivalent
Equipped with vented lid plug
Built-in dripless spout
Hardened, stainless -steel blade, 9, EA;LI 003: Vollrath 38014 or equivalent cold table
4-Pan cold line equipped with drain holes, 4" casters, and single deck cafeteria guard with acrylic panel, 1, EA;LI 004: Shipping, 1, EA;Solicitation and Buy Attachments***Question Submission: Interested Offerers must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.UnisonMarketplace.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.***For this solicitation, MICC End User intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, Unison, Inc. Unison Marketplace has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. MICC End User is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.UnisonMarketplace.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.UnisonMarketplace.com. Offerers that are not currently registered to use www.UnisonMarketplace.com should proceed to www.UnisonMarketplace.com to complete their free registration. Offerers that require special considerations or assistance may contact Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com. Offerers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.UnisonMarketplace.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.UnisonMarketplace.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.UnisonMarketplace.com process. Should Offerers require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.Use of Unison Marketplace: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through Unison Marketplace in compliance with the Unison Marketplace Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.This is currently an unfunded requirement with a high expectation that funds will be available. When and if funds become available a contract will be awarded at that time.The offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions: FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation. Provisions Incorporated by Reference; FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors; 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications; FAR 52.211-6, Brand name or Equal.The following clauses apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items. The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, apply: 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside; 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--System for Award Management. 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim; The following DFARS clauses apply: DFARS 252.04-7004, Alternate A System for Award Management; 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation; 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors; 252.232-7010, Levies on Contract Payments; 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials; 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance Of Payments Program; 252.225-7036, Buy American Act -- Free Trade Agreements -- Balance of Payments Program; 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; 252.247-7023, Primary and ALT III, Transportation of Supplies by Sea.IAW 52.204-7 System for Award Management (SAM) Registration (July 2013), the offeror must be registered in SAM and fully input their Representations and Certifications for a complete record. Information can be found at http://www.sam.gov or by calling 866-606-8220, or 334-206-7828 for international calls. 52.204-13 - System for Award Management MaintenanceShipping is FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.).New Equipment ONLY. NO USED OR REMANUFACTURED PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.Submitted Quotes will be valid for 45 days after the auction closing.This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), not an invitation for bid (IFB).).IAW FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference, the full text of FAR and DFARS Clauses may be accessed electronically at http://farsite.hill.af.mil; and are current to the most recent revision dates posted on this site.The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code
for this procurement can be found. The small business size
standard for that NAICS code can be found at https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/Size_Standards_Table.pdf5152.233-4000 AMC-LEVEL PROTEST PROGRAM (Feb 2014) (LOCAL CLAUSE) Prior to submitting an agency protest, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve your concerns with the responsible contracting officer (Phone: (315)772-7272 or Email: usarmy.drum.acc-micc.mbx.micc@mail.mil). However, you may also file a protest to the Headquarters (HQ), Army Materiel Command (AMC). The HQ AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC as an Alternative Dispute Resolution forum, rather than filing a protest with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or other external forum. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest to the same extent, and within the same time periods, as if filed at the GAO. The AMC protest decision goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.103. If you want to file a protest under the HQ AMC-Level Protest Program, the protest must request resolution under that program and be sent to the address below.
Headquarters U.S. Army Materiel Command
Office of Command Counsel-Deputy Command Counsel
4400 Martin Road
Rm: A6SE040.001
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000
Fax: (256) 450-8840 or email usarmy.redstone.usamc.mbx.protests@mail.mil
The AMC-Level Protest procedures are found at: https://www.amc.army.mil/Connect/Legal-Resources/.
If internet access is not available, contact the contracting officer or HQ, AMC to obtain the HQ AMC-Level Protest Procedures."52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel; 52.204-10,
Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.222-41, Service Contract Act; 52.237-2, Protection of Government
Buildings, Equipment and Vegetation; 252.201-7000, COR Clause; 252.223-7006,
Prohibition On Storage And Disposal Of Toxic And Hazardous Materials;
252.243-7001, Pricing of Contract Modifications; 252.246-7000, Material
inspection and receiving report"Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law.Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions252.204-7012 Safeguarding of Unclassified Controlled Technical InformationAll deliveries shall be palletized when the material exceeds 250 lbs. (excluding the pallet), or exceeds 20 cubic feet, to comply with the requirements of Department of the Army Pamphlet 700-32 and MIL-STD-147E.IAW FAR 52.212-2; Evaluation - Commercial Items, the following factor shall be used to evaluate offers: technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement and price. Technical capability is more important than price.No multiple awards will be made. Quotes received through Unison Marketplace will be evaluated and awarded on an all-or-nothing basis.Wide Area WorkFlow Payment InstructionsPlease address your questions through the Unison Marketplace buy. If your questions are not being answered in a timely manner, please send your question to the S2P2 Contracting Officer - usarmy.drum.acc-micc.mbx.micc@mail.mil or call 315-772-5582.In accordance with DFAR provision 252.225-7000 Buy American Act--Balance of Payments Program Certificate, I certify that each end product, except those listed in paragraphs (c)(2) or (3) of the attached provision, is a domestic end product.
****YOU MUST FILL OUT THE ATTACHED IF OTHER THAN DOMESTIC END PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FILL IT OUT AND YOU DELIVER OTHER THAN A DOMESTIC END PRODUCT YOUR DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED********** ****READ DFARs Clause 252.225-7001 to ensure your product comes from a QUALIFYING COUNTRY******* ****IF YOU QUOTE A PRODUCT OTHER THAN DOMESTIC FROM A NON-QUALIFYING COUNTRY YOUR QUOTE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED*****Representation and Representation Disclosures
The form(s) included in the buy must be returned with your quote. Failure to return the form(s) with your quote will result in your quote not being considered for award.Reporting During Contract PerformanceEqual Opportunity
JBLMFPMO20210007 Department of the Army Materiel Command Mission and Installation Contracting Command Fort Drum
2/5/21, 2:48 PM 7310--Brand name or Equal NFS Vulcan VC44G Ovens
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically VISN 4 Network Contracting Office 4, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for a Vulcan VC44G Series Double Deck Convection Oven to be delivered to the Coatesville VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The procurement seeks a double section gas convection oven with specific technical requirements, including stainless steel construction, double pane windows, porcelain enamel interiors, and precise dimensional specifications. This pre-solicitation notice is designed to gather market research information from potential suppliers, with a focus on understanding the capabilities of businesses that can provide this specialized kitchen equipment. Responses are required via email to McDaniel Brayboy III by March 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, and must include details about the respondent's business size, manufacturing capabilities, and potential distribution channels. The notice emphasizes that this is not a formal solicitation and will not result in a direct contract award.
The Sources Sought Notice falls under NAICS code 311999 for All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 500 employees. The VA requires delivery of the ovens within 6 weeks of contract award and mandates a minimum one-year warranty on parts and labor. Respondents are asked to provide information about their business size status, such as Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), or other designations. The procurement seeks detailed information about the product's manufacturing origin, with specific interest in whether the units are manufactured in the United States. While no specific award value is mentioned, the notice requests general pricing information for market research purposes, and emphasizes that responses will be used solely for planning and information gathering.
36C24425Q0375 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4
2/19/25, 10:48 AM 7310--589-21-2-1792-0072 - KC - Kitchen Equipment
THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT
DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI In Accordance With (IAW) FAR Part 15.201(e).
SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION
This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a RFI/sources sought only. The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 333318 (size standard of 1000 Employees). Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide the following, or brand name equal:
CLIN #
Category
Vendor Catalog Number
Description
Quantity
0001
Equipment
DX2011208
Brand Name or Equal to: Duratherm Induction Charger for heated bases
2 ea
0002
Equipment
DX1411084
Brand Name or Equal to: Duratherm Induction Base (12 per case)
6 cs
0003
Equipment
DXPSBH2P
Brand Name or Equal to: Dinex Colossus Plate Heater
1 ea
The following description represents the basic expectations of the equipment.
Description of Use:
The Kansas City VAMC, Nutrition & Food Services (NFS) delivers meals to the inpatients and the SARRTP building; we require the use of induction chargers with bases as the way to keep food hot. These induction chargers will be used to charge the liners placed under the plate and will allow the food on the plate to stay hot for an extended period of time. We currently use the Dinex system, but it needs replacing/upgrading as both charging units have gone out. The quoted equipment/brand will allow us to use the current bases/liners we have, although we are requesting additional as the newer ones hold a higher temperature for a longer period of time something we need for delivery to the SARRTP building.
Minimum Technical Specifications for Induction Charger:
Brand Name or Equal Model
Duratherm Induction Charger (Dinex/US Foods)
DX2011208 (208V) 3-Phase
STANDARD FEATURES
*Countertop design
* stainless steel housing
*heavy duty electronic components and composite material top, engineered for commercial use
* automatic power control
* LCD display
* Automatic standby/shut-off feature
* Integral cooling fan keeps internal electronics cool
* 208V 3-Phase base cycle time approx. 15 seconds (Facilities has included the appropriate electrical outlet for this)
* Washable filter
* Internal surge protection
* Twist lock plug- NEMA L15-20P
Duratherm Induction Base (Dinex/US Foods)
DX1411084- Sage- 9 ¾ diameter
The base liners are made to accompany the induction charger listed and should be able to fit a 10 china plate
Dinex Colossus Plate Heater
DXPSBH2P- 2 Silo 10.25 Plates- Stainless Steel
The heated plate dispenser will be used to heat the plates prior to placing on the bases/liners. This is an additional and necessary step to keep the food hot. It s used for heating plates to maintain hot food temperatures during delivery in conjunction with the Dinex Induction Heating System.
*Should Heat china plates to 180°F in less than two hours
*Be constructed of stainless steel
*Utilize convection heat to heat the plates
*It needs to have a capacity to hold approx. 150 10 plates at one time.
*It should have soft-close lids
*Swivel casters for transport
OTHER FACTORS INCLUDE;
Standard manufacturer warranty
Delivery and Installation
Contractor shall deliver all equipment to the Kansas City VA Medical Center at 4801 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128
Package items to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation.
The information identified above are intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications, or brand name equal.
If you are interested, and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:
Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?
Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?
Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above?
If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above or an equivalent solution, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified?
Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA, VA NAC, NASA SEWP, or any other federal contract, that can be utilized to procure the requirement listed above? If so, please provide the contract number.
Please submit your capabilities that show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that you can meet the requirement described in the attached SOW.
Please provide your DUNS number.
Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Tracie Raggs at tracie.raggs@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 2359 CST. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation
36C25521Q0162 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 15
1/29/21, 2:09 PM 7310--MATTOP TRAY CONVEYOR SYSTEM WITH INSTALLATION| LV
BETA SAM PRE-SOLICITATION
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office - NCO 15, intends to release a Request for Quotes (RFQ). We are seeking quotes on the following:
*** Mattop Tray Conveyor System with Installation Leavenworth, KS ***
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this RFQ is 333248 All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing with 750 employees and Product Service Code (PSC) of 7310. This is a Firm-Fixed Price, FOB Destination requirement, and intended as Total Small Business Set-Aside.
All RFQ details, to include full specifications will be included in Section B of the RFQ, which will be released on or about September 7, 2023. Any contractor who wishes to receive a copy of the RFQ should monitor this posting. Due date for submission of quote will be September 14, 2023, at 11:00 am Central Daylight Time (CDT). RFQ response shall be submitted via email referencing the RFQ 36C25523Q0769 in the subject line to heather.strouhal@va.gov
Questions regarding this RFQ shall be submitted by 09/11/2023 at 12:00 pm CDT via email referencing the RFQ 36C25523Q0769 in the subject line to heather.strouhal@va.gov. All amendments, other information pertaining to this Request for Quote, and answers to the submitted questions will be posted on the Sam website at https://sam.gov/content/home.
Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications to be considered for award. In addition, FAR 4.11 states that prospective contractors shall be registered in the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov) database. All Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) shall be verified in VetBiz at www.vip.vetbiz.gov. Non-OEM firms must submit their Authorized Distributor Letter with the quote.
36C25523Q0769 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 15
9/7/23, 9:05 AM