Food Service Equipment

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence is seeking sources for food service equipment and related installation services at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The pre-solicitation notice outlines a comprehensive procurement of commercial kitchen equipment, including heated cabinets, convection ovens, refrigerators, freezers, food prep stations, display cases, fryers, griddles, and food serving counters. The solicitation requires potential vendors to demonstrate their capability to meet all specified equipment requirements, which include detailed technical specifications, commercial kitchen certifications (NSF, UL, ETL), and standard warranty coverage. Interested contractors must respond to the designated Defense Logistics Agency point of contact by December 9, 2024, indicating their ability to fulfill the complete scope of work. The agency anticipates releasing the full solicitation within 2-3 weeks of this sources sought notice.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. The equipment procurement includes 104 wood chairs, 13 36"x96" tables, and multiple commercial kitchen appliances, with comprehensive installation services required. Vendors must provide freight delivery directly to the customer location and be prepared to handle equipment disconnect and disposal. Installation labor will be conducted during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, with the base responsible for ensuring proper utility connections before installation. While specific award value is not disclosed, the extensive equipment list and installation requirements suggest a substantial contract opportunity within the Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 333310) and Food Cooking, Baking, and Serving Equipment (PSC 7310) categories.