7310--Brand name or Equal NFS Vulcan VC44G Ovens
ID: 36C24425Q0375Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

FOOD COOKING, BAKING, AND SERVING EQUIPMENT (7310)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential sources for the procurement of Brand Name or Equal Vulcan VC44G Series Double Deck Convection Ovens for the Coatesville VA Medical Center. These ovens are essential for the Nutrition and Food Service to ensure the preparation of safe and reliable meals for patients, particularly during power outages. Key specifications include stainless steel construction, double doors with insulated windows, porcelain enamel interiors, and specific burner and electrical requirements. Interested parties must respond by March 3, 2025, providing details such as business size status under NAICS code 311999 and manufacturer information, with submissions directed to Contract Specialist McDaniel Brayboy III at mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mcdaniel Brayboy IIIContract Specialist
    (916) 841-7834
    mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential sources for Brand Name or Equal Vulcan VC44G Series Double Deck Convection Ovens for the Coatesville VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice, designated as solicitation number 36C24425Q0375, serves informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. The ovens are necessary for the Nutrition and Food Service to ensure the preparation of safe and reliable meals for patients, particularly during power outages. Key specifications for the ovens include stainless steel construction, double doors with insulated windows, porcelain enamel interiors, specific dimensions for components, a 50,000 BTU burner per section, and electrical requirements. The response deadline for interested parties is set for March 3, 2025. Respondents must provide details such as business size status under the NAICS code 311999, manufacturer information, and whether products are made in the U.S. The VA emphasizes that this notice is for market research and does not guarantee any contract award. Feedback on the salient characteristics is encouraged, and responses should be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, McDaniel Brayboy III.
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