GT Thermodyne 2100 DW

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services-Ohio Veterans Home, located in Georgetown, Ohio, is seeking quotes for a Thermodyne 2100DW slow cook and hold oven for their food service operations. The procurement is specific to Butler County and involves acquiring specialized kitchen equipment to support meal preparation and holding capabilities for resident populations. The Scope of Work document details technical specifications and operational requirements for the oven, establishing performance standards, capacity requirements, and specific operational parameters. Key deliverables include the complete procurement, delivery, and installation of the Thermodyne 2100DW unit, with expectations for comprehensive functionality in a veteran care facility setting. The solicitation was posted on December 18, 2025, with proposals due by January 6, 2026, providing potential bidders approximately 19 days to prepare and submit their quotes. Bidders will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Scope of Work document, with a focus on equipment performance, reliability, and suitability for institutional food service environments.

The procurement opportunity includes several preference considerations for bidders, specifically allowing for potential advantages under Buy American, Buy Ohio, and Buy Veteran provisions. Vendors can claim preferences through the Certification Statement document, which requires declarations of product manufacturing origin, economic presence within Ohio, and potential Veteran Friendly Business Enterprise status. The state reserves the right to verify all submitted information and may disqualify bidders providing false or misleading certifications. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves specialized institutional kitchen equipment, suggesting a moderate investment range typical of commercial-grade cooking infrastructure. Potential respondents must meet insurance requirements, including commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per accident, and workers' compensation insurance as mandated by Ohio law. The contract will be governed by Ohio law, with jurisdiction residing in Franklin County, and includes provisions for potential suspension, termination, and remedies for contractor non-compliance.