Food Service Equipment

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence is seeking sources for a comprehensive food service equipment procurement at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The requirement involves acquiring custom food service infrastructure, including specialized counters, headcount stations, refrigeration units, and various food preparation equipment. The solicitation will be released as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) with a 30-day open period, and a mandatory site visit is required during the solicitation timeframe. Interested vendors must contact the designated Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Point of Contact to demonstrate capability and schedule the site visit. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on technical capabilities, installation expertise, and compliance with detailed equipment specifications outlined in the Fort Knox Schedule of Supplies.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific small business set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors in the Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing sector. The equipment procurement includes approximately 15 line items comprising custom stainless steel counters, refrigeration systems, food protectors, LED lighting, headcount stations, and additional specialized food service equipment. Installation services are a critical component, with the vendor responsible for coordinating with Food Service and Department of Public Works (DPW) for final connections and infrastructure integration. While no specific award value is disclosed, the complexity of custom equipment and installation suggests a substantial contract value. The project timeline appears concentrated within the December 2024 to January 2025 period, with the sources sought notice closing on December 9, 2024, and the full RFQ solicitation expected to follow shortly thereafter.