7310 - Meal Tray Delivery Carts
ID: 36C26024Q0911Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

FOOD COOKING, BAKING, AND SERVING EQUIPMENT (7310)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for the procurement of five meal tray delivery carts for the Boise VA Medical Center. The required carts must meet specific construction and functionality standards, including sound dampening and a stainless-steel modular design, to ensure operational efficiency. These carts are essential for the effective delivery of meals within the medical facility, supporting the overall care of veterans. Interested small businesses should contact Subrina Cantil at Subrina.Cantil@va.gov for further details, with a delivery timeline of 30 days post-order receipt and adherence to federal regulations throughout the procurement process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Subrina Cantil
    Subrina.Cantil@va.gov
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    The presolicitation notice outlines a request for proposals (RFP) related to the procurement of meal tray delivery carts. Specifically, the contracting office is seeking to acquire five Dinex brand meal tray delivery carts, identified by item number DXPTQC1T2D16, or their equivalent. The solicitation's details include a closing date for responses set for September 4, 2024, by 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with a response evaluation period lasting 15 days post-deadline. The location for the delivery and performance of this contract is specified as Boise, Idaho. The contracting office is located in Vancouver, Washington, with Subrina Cantil designated as the point of contact via email. Furthermore, the solicitation falls under the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SBA) set-aside program, aligning it with federal initiatives to prioritize small business participation in government contracting. The product service and NAICS codes associated with this RFP are 7310 and 333310, respectively, indicating the nature of the goods required. This document is part of the federal effort to procure essential supplies efficiently and support small business engagement in government contracts.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the Boise VA Medical Center, calling for quotes to supply five meal tray delivery carts. This RFP is a 100% set-aside for small businesses under the relevant NAICS code (333310). The specified delivery carts must meet detailed requirements related to construction and functionality, emphasizing sound dampening, stainless-steel modular design, and operational efficiency. The contractor is required to ensure timely delivery within 30 days after receipt of the order and is mandated to handle all aspects, including coordinating with a designated point of contact at the medical center. Invoicing provisions stipulate electronic payment processes aligned with government standards. The document also contains various contractual clauses, incorporating federal regulations and stipulations, ensuring compliance with legal and procedural standards. Additionally, it emphasizes the commitment to supporting small businesses and underscores the importance of clear communication and adherence to quality in government procurement processes.
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