7310--ADV700 Food Tray Delivery System
ID: 36C24625Q0446Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

PSC

FOOD COOKING, BAKING, AND SERVING EQUIPMENT (7310)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide the ADV700 Food Tray Delivery System for the Durham VA Medical Center. This procurement aims to modernize meal delivery processes, enhancing both efficiency and patient satisfaction through the implementation of a comprehensive food service system. The contractor will be responsible for all phases of the project, including site assessment, installation, testing, and staff training, ensuring compliance with safety standards and VA security protocols. Interested parties, particularly those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), must submit their responses by 10:00 AM EST on February 25, 2025, to Contract Specialist Serina Black at serina.black1@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Serina BlackContract Specialist
    (757) 315-3965
    serina.black1@va.gov
    Files
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    The document is a Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, aiming to gather information from potential suppliers for the ADV700 Food Tray Delivery System at the Durham VA Medical Center. The notice is intended for market research and does not imply a formal solicitation or contract obligation from the Government. Respondents are requested to provide their company details, size classification, and socioeconomic status, especially within categories like 8(a), HUBZone, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. The required response should be submitted by 10:00 AM EST on February 25, 2025, to Contract Specialist Serina Black. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 333241, which pertains to Food Product Machinery Manufacturing. This notice highlights the VA's efforts to engage appropriate vendors and facilitate the acquisition of necessary food delivery technology while complying with acquisition regulations and program objectives.
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for implementing the ADV 700 Food Tray Delivery System at the Durham VA Medical Center. The project aims to modernize meal delivery, enhancing efficiency and patient satisfaction. The contractor is responsible for all phases, including site assessment, delivery, installation, testing, and training for VAMC staff. Key tasks include ensuring compliance with safety standards, a comprehensive training program, and warranty provisions for the system. Deliverables consist of specific food service equipment and documentation detailing completion of various project stages. The system must meet operational specifications without disrupting hospital functions. The work will occur on-site, and all personnel must adhere to VA security protocols. Acceptance of the project will be contingent on successful functionality tests and training acceptance by VAMC staff, with payment made upon completion of all deliverables. This SOW exemplifies federal RFPs focused on healthcare improvements within VA facilities.
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