The County of Riverside, Probation Department, solicited quotations for the one-time purchase of commercial kitchen equipment, including a gas-fired kettle, braising pan, and conveyor dishwasher. The equipment was to be delivered to three juvenile hall facilities in Riverside, Indio, and Southwest. The contract was awarded to Douglas Food Stores, Inc. after a competitive bidding process. The contract includes the delivery, installation, and warranty of the equipment. Key features of the equipment include:
• Gas-fired kettle with a 25-gallon capacity and 90,000 BTU rating
• Braising pan with a 40-gallon capacity and 160,000 BTU rating
• Conveyor dishwasher with a capacity of 239 racks per hour
• Delivery and installation of the equipment to be completed within 45 to 60 calendar days
• Warranty and maintenance services to be provided by the vendor