Kitchen Equipment

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services has issued Request for Bid (RFB) No. 44-26 for kitchen equipment specifically for the Northern Correctional Facility located in Berlin, Coos County. The procurement seeks two Traulsen Model No. AIH232L-FHS Roll-In Heated Cabinets and two Randell Model No. 9560-5-DM Drop-In Hot Food Well Units. The bid solicitation was distributed on October 2, 2025, with proposals due on October 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Vendors must provide detailed pricing for the specified kitchen equipment, with all costs in US dollars and including delivery. The equipment must meet or exceed detailed specifications, including specific electrical requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance. Key evaluation criteria include conformance to specifications, lowest cost, and vendor responsibility. The last day for submitting questions is October 7, 2025, with the state providing responses by October 8, 2025. Successful vendors must complete delivery within 30 days of receiving the purchase order.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors are required to provide material safety data sheets and are encouraged to offer environmentally friendly products. The contract will be awarded to the responsible vendor submitting a conforming bid that meets all specifications at the lowest cost, with the state reserving the right to reject any or all bids. Warranty requirements mandate a minimum of one year parts and labor coverage, with the Traulsen heated cabinet offering an extended six-year parts and labor warranty. The total project cost, as detailed in the Central Restaurant Products quote, is $13,178.08 for the two hot food well units. Vendors must comply with the state's Worker's Right to Know Act and environmental purchasing guidelines. The equipment is manufactured in the USA, with UL and NSF listing, and includes features such as stainless steel construction, individual thermostatic controls, and various electrical configuration options.