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The Department of Veterans Affairs on behalf of the VA New Jersey Healthcare System in Lyons NJ, has a BRAND NAME OR EQUAL requirement for Kitchen equipment, training and installation.
This requirement is set aside for service-disabled veteran owned small businesses (SDVOSB).
All verified SDVOSB vendors meeting the standard of an acceptable source under the terms of either a manufacturer or authorized distributor are encouraged to provide a bid.
All vendors are required to be registered with the System for Award Management (sam.gov) and deemed in good standing and available for award. All bids shall include the vendors unique entity identifier number provided by sam.gov.
All bidders shall be registered with / verified by SBA Vet Check and provide proof to that extent.
All vendors claiming authorized distributor status must provide a letter from the manufacturer.
Quotes shall be Firm Fixed Price (FFP); evaluations will be based on Best Value Criteria, in accordance with FAR 52.212-2, and utilizing the evaluation factors of price and delivery / installation schedule (see clauses below).
Items listed in this requirement;
ITEM #
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
QTY
RHT132WUT-FHG
Traulsen Reach-in Display Refrigerator, 1 section.
Spec-Line Refrigerator, Reach-in Display, one-section, 24.2 cu. ft., self­contained refrigeration, StayClear Condenser, stainless steel exterior and interior, standard depth, wide full-height glass door or doors with Santoprene® EZ-Clean Gaskets, interior lights, (3) adjustable wire shelves per section, microprocessor controls, 6" adjustable stainless-steel legs, 1/3 HP, cULus, NSF.
Inclusive of:
115v/60/1-ph, 8.0 amps, with cord & NEMA 5-15P, standard
3 year service/labor, 5 year compressor warranty, standard
Standard refrigerant, standard
Door hinged on right, standard
Casters, 6" high (set of 4)
2
CONN EX 12 SP NEMA 6-15P BLACK
Merrychef USA Rapid Cook Oven
(X12FXMV6SXL1BKUS) Merrychef conneX® 12, standard power, Microwave Convection/Impingement Oven, ventless, 12" x 12" cooking cavity, EasyTouch 2.0 , 7" high definition touchscreen control, bottom-hinged door, built-in catalytic converters, carbon black finish (1) cook plate (DB0739), (1) paddle (SR318), (1) solid bottom basket (3224165), (1) cool down pan (3224079), (1) non-stick cooking liner (3224088), (1) oven cleaner/protector pack (3224148), stainless steel construction, 208-240v/60/1-ph, 15 amps, NEMA 6-15P with cord, cULus, UL EPH Classified.
Inclusive of :
1 year parts & labor warranty, standard
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ICP 10-FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LMl00EE)

RATIONAL Model No. ICP 10-FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LMl00EE)
(CElERRA.0000221) iCombi Pro® 10-Full Size Combi Oven, electric, (10) 18" x 26" sheet pan or (20) 12" x 20" steam pan or (10) 2/1 GN pan capacity, (5) stainless steel grids included, intelligent cooking system with (4) assistants; iDensityControl, iCookingSuite, iProductionManager, & iCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5) cooking methods, (3) manual operating modes, 85° to 572°F temperature range, quick clean, care control, eco mode, 6-point core temperature probe, retractable hand shower, Ethernet interface, Wi-Fi enabled, 208/240v/60/3-ph, 37.4 kW, CE, IPX5, UL, cULus, NSF, ENERGY STAR®.
Inclusive of:
2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty
CAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts 4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel, no charge.
9999.2201 RCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each individual electric table-top iCombi on a stand or counter.
9999.2002 Pre-Installation Site Consultation provides an installation, consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water.
8720.1554US Installation Kit, for electric iCombi/SCC/CMP 102 208/60/3 & 240/60/3; electric iCombi/SCC/CMP 202 (440/60/3)
1900.1154US Water Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any iVario, single Combi model, or XS or half-size Combi-Duos, includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95H filter & filter installation kit.
9999.2271 RCI RATIONAL Certified Installation.
60.31.104 Stand II Mobile Oven Stand, 27-1/2"H, (14) supporting rails, side panels and top closed, rear panel open, stainless steel construction, height adjustable casters, for iCombi 6- and 10-full size Classic/Pro.
87.00.732US Safety-Set, Equipment placement system for all casters- mounted equipment, allows precise, consistent equipment placement for drain lines to floor sinks and under the fire suppression in ventilation systems, satisfies NFPA codes 17A (5.6.4) and 96
(12.1.2.3), includes tow (2) pieces and installation pack.
1
HEG36E
Vulcan Griddle, Electric Countertop
Heavy Duty Griddle, electric, countertop, 36" W x 24" D cooking surface, 1/2" thick polished steel griddle plate, bottom mounted snap action thermostat every 12", low-profile, stainless-steel front, sides, front top ledge with "Cool Bullnose", front grease trough, 4" back & tapered side splashes, 4" adjustable legs, cCSAus, NSF.
Inclusive of:
1 year limited parts & labor warranty, standard
208v/60/3-ph, 16.2 kW, 45.0 amps
STAND/C-36 Equipment Stand, universal, 37" W x 24" H, 1/2" marine edge, undershelf, stainless steel, 5" casters.
3
RIF232LUT-FHS
Traulsen Roll-In Freezer
Spec-Line Freezer, roll-in, two-section, self-contained refrigeration, StayClear Condenser, stainless steel exterior and interior, standard depth cabinet, (2) full-height locking doors, accommodates (2) 66" high racks (by others), interior LED lighting, microprocessor controls, 1 HP, cULus, NSF.
Inclusive of:
208-230/115v/60/1-ph, 9.4 amps, NEMA L14-20P, standard
3 year service/labor & 5 year compressor warranty, standard
Left door hinged left/right hinged right, standard
3
TE048LT
Traulsen Equipment Stand, Freezer Base
Spec-Line Freezer Equipment Stand, 48" long, (4) 12" x 20" x 611 deep pan capacity, side by side, (2) drawers, self-contained refrigeration, microprocessor control, stainless steel marine top, stainless steel interior & exterior, 4" casters, microprocessor controls microprocessor control, 1/2 hp, Ell-Sanitation, NS.
Inclusive of:
115v/60/1-ph, 8.2 amps, with cord & NEMA 5-15P plug
3 year parts & labor, 5 year compressor, standard
Set of casters, 4" high, standard
1
TCM-60SS-N7
Duke Serving Counter, Cold Food
Thurmaduke Cold Food Unit, mobile, 60"W x 32"D x 36"H, 16ga stainless steel top, NSF 7 stainless steel mechanical cold pan, 811 deep, 56-1/2" x 21-3/4" liner, 1" drain line & valve, stainless steel body & undershelf, 5" dia. swivel casters & brakes, R448a, 120v/60/1-ph, 6.78 amps, NEMA 5-15P, cULus, UL EPH Classified.
Inclusive of:
SOLID-FX-4OP Tray Slide, operator's side, 60" W x 12-1/4" D, solid stainless steel, on fixed brackets, with (2) 1/8" die-formed rubbing tracks, & mounted 34" high (specify any special height)
329-4SS-CM *Hinged* doors, no lock, stainless steel, recessed stainless steel pull, compressor compartment on operator's side, dry storage partitioned on operator's left, louvered grill with magnetic catches on the right
MOD-2S-4OP Kick Plate, operator's side, stainless steel, recessed, screw attached, 1/2" above floor for easy rolling.
MOD-2S-E Kick Plate, end, stainless steel, recessed, screw attached, 1/2" above floor for easy rolling
TS482-60 Contemporary Food Shield, 59-1/2"W x 18-1/211D x 20-1/8"H, self-service, single shelf, sloped fixed guard with fixed end closures, 3/8" glass overshelf & guard with 1/4" glass ends (tempered with polished rounded edges), (2) 1" tube posts, stainless steel finish posts mounted through countertop with mounting flange.
TS400LED-4 LED light under shelf & wired to base, 120v/60/1-ph
E-OP2 Electric outlet, mounted in base, with galvanized junction box, duplex receptacle & stainless steel cover, wired to existing power source, * (1) GFCI Duplex NEMA #5-lSR for cold pan & over-shelf light*
CORD 6 ft. cord & plug
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This procurement is limited to new equipment only. Used, gray, refurbished or aftermarket equipment will not be considered for this requirement. The Veterans Health Administration prohibits the use of gray/ aftermarket items in their Medical Centers. Gray/ aftermarket items are considered to be items outside of the original equipment manufacturer's intended distribution channels. Quotes for other than new, will be deemed non-compliant and will be removed from the competitive range without discussion.
Delivery shall be quoted Free on Board (FOB) to the Department of Veterans Affairs, VA New Jersey Healthcare System, Lyons VA Medical Center, 151 Knollcroft Road Lyons, NJ 07939.
CLAUSES
ADDENDUM to 52.212-2 EVALUATION COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES
Basis for Award. The Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible quoter whose quotation conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.
The following factors shall be used to evaluate quotations:
Price
Delivery and Installation Schedule
Past Performance
Evaluation Approach. The Government will evaluate quotations using the comparative evaluation process outlined in FAR 13.106-2 (b) (3), where quotations will be compared to one another to determine which provides the best benefit to the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider a quotation other than the lowest price that provides additional benefit(s). Quotations may exceed minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government reserves the right to select a quotation that provides benefit to the Government that exceeds the minimum requirements of the solicitation but is not required to do so. Each response must meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government is not requesting or accepting alternate quotations. The evaluation will consider the following:
Price: The Government will evaluate the price by adding the total of all line item prices. The Total Evaluated Price will be that sum
Delivery and installation schedule: The Government will evaluate the schedule by total days proposed for completed installed job.
Past Performance: The past performance evaluation will assess the relative risks associated with a quoter s likelihood of success in fulfilling the solicitation s requirements as indicated by the quoter s record of past performance. The past performance evaluation may be based on the contracting officer s knowledge of and previous experience with the supply or service being acquired; Customer surveys, and past performance questionnaire replies; Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) at http://www.cpars.gov/; or any other reasonable basis.

(End of Provision)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE:
FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Comm Products and Comm Services.
FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services
FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
Responses to this notice must be submitted in writing via email to lindsay.goldsmith@va.gov and must be received not later than Sunday, April 30, 2023, at 5:00 PM. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision FAR 52.212-1(f).

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