Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research for a high‑capacity, flight‑type commercial dishwasher (Hobart FT1000E+Base or equivalent) to replace an existing unit at the Kansas City VA Medical Center’s main kitchen. The effort is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation, and seeks information on vendor capability, OEM authorization, and logistics. The contract would cover furnishing, delivery, removal of the old unit, installation, start‑up, commissioning, on‑site operator training, and a minimum one‑year parts‑and‑labor warranty. Delivery is required by 15 Nov 2026, with installation completed within 60 calendar days of order receipt. The VA may set‑aside the eventual award for SDVOSBs, VOSBs, 8(a), HUBZone, or other small‑business categories.
• Provide a new commercial flight‑type dishwasher meeting specified dimensions (≤47.5” W × 46 ⅜” D × 86” H) and performance (≥150 °F wash, ≥180 °F rinse, ≤2.35 gal/cycle).
• Deliver, install, remove existing equipment, commission, and train kitchen staff on‑site.
• Supply OEM documentation, a one‑year warranty, and comply with VA security, privacy, and accessibility requirements.
• Respond via email by 10 Sep 2026; no pricing is requested at this stage.
• Potential set‑aside for veteran‑owned or other small‑business designations.