7310--NX EQ Combi Oven (VA-26-00041205)

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{"description":"\nSources Sought Notice\n\nPage 1 of \n\nSources Sought Notice\n\n \n\n\nSources Sought Notice\nPage 2 of 2\n\n1.0 DESCRIPTION\nTHIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. This is not a solicitation for bids, proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with FAR part 10 as a means of conducting market research to identify qualified sources with the capability and the resources to meet the Veterans Health Administration s (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program requirement for Combi Ovens.\nThe SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to supply brand name or equal identified Rational iCombi® Pro or equal Combi Oven and associated equipment on an agency-wide basis. VA intends to award a single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver Combi Ovens to VA medical centers and facilities in the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS). \nThe anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need.\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333241 Food Product Machinery Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 500 employees. \nThe FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that An Offeror is required to be registered in SAM when submitting an offer or quotation and at time of award. You may access the SAM website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Small Business Search (SBS) database at: https://search.certifications.sba.gov/ at the time of submission.\nSubmissions for this sources sought shall be submitted by email no later than February 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST to all the following: \nMichael.Andrews6@va.gov\nSara.Vickroy@va.gov\nThis notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. The Government may or may not issue a solicitation as a result of this notice. There is no solicitation available at this time.\n2.0 SCOPE OF WORK\nThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Combi Oven product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) contract. \n\nCombi ovens are thermally insulated chambers used in cooking for warming, cooking, and baking food, typically fueled by either natural gas or electricity. These food service ovens have thermostatic controls, which turn the oven on and off and select the temperature at which the oven will operate, and, usually, a timer. They may have complex, computer-based controls allowing a wide variety of operating modes. Combi ovens may be freestanding or countertop units.\n\nThe following Contract Line Items are being considered:\n\nContract Line Items\nManufacturer\nPart Number\nDescription\n0001\nRational\nLM100EE\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 10 FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LM100EE)\n(CE1ERRA.0000221) iCombi Pro® 10 Full Size Combi Oven, electric,\n(10) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (20) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (10) 2/1 GN\npan capacity, (5) stainless steel grids included, intelligent cooking\nsystem with (4) assistants; iDensityControl, iCookingSuite,\niProductionManager, & iCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5)\ncooking methods, (3) manual operating modes, 85° to 572°F\ntemperature range, quick clean, care control, eco mode, 6 point\ncore temperature probe, retractable hand shower, Ethernet\ninterface, Wi Fi enabled, 208/240v/60Hz/3 ph, 103.8/90.0 amps,\n37.4 kW, CE, IPX5, UL, cULus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0001AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0001AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0001AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation, Site Consultation, provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is\nneeded for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1) kitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0001AD\nRational\n9999.2201\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified\ninstallation for each individual electric table top iCombi on a\nstand or counter, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (Do not use\nfor Combi Duo, See attached installation flyer for details) THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n 0001AE\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any\nsingle combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario\nincludes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0001AF\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional\ninstallation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available\nwhen purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide\nconsistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates. All public water systems using surface water and most\nground water systems treat with either chlorine/chloramine or\nchlorine dioxide (EPA will allow levels as high as 4ppm safe for\ndrinking water, exceeding our maximum level of .2ppm. Chloride concentrations above 80ppm can cause corrosion.\nRATIONAL Water Filtration does NOT reduce chloride\n0001AG\nRational\n56.01.535\nActive Green Cleaner Tabs, for all iCombi Pro/Classic,\n150 pieces/bucket (minimum order quantity 2 ea, unless ordered\nwith a unit) (NET)\n0001AH\nRational\n56.00.562\nCare Tabs, bucket of 150 packets for all iCombi\nPro/Classic models and Self Cooking Center® units from 10/2008,\nwith Care Control Serial SG, SH or SI series (minimum order\nquantity: 2pcs, unless ordered with a unit) (NET)\n0001AI\nRational\n60.31.090\nStand I Stationary Oven Stand, 27 1/2\"H, all sides open,\nstainless steel construction, for iCombi 6 and 10 full size\nClassic/Pro\n0001AJ\nRational\n6010.2101\nGastronorm Grid Shelf, 2/1 size, 25 5/8\" x 20 7/8\",\nstainless steel\n0002\nRational\nLM100GG\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 20 FULL NG 208/240V 1 PH (LM100GG)\n(CG1GRRA.0000245) iCombi Pro® 20 Full Size Combi Oven, natural\ngas, (20) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (40) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (20) 2/1\nGN pan capacity, mobile oven rack & (10) stainless steel grids\nincluded, intelligent cooking system with (4) assistants;\niDensityControl, iCookingSuite, iProductionManager, &\niCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5) cooking methods, (3)\nmanual operating modes, 85° to 572°F temperature range, quick\nclean, care control, eco mode, 6 point core temperature probe,\nretractable hand shower, Ethernet interface, Wi Fi enabled,\n303,500 BTU, 208/240v/60Hz/1 ph, 6 ft. cord, 2.2 kW, CE, IPX5,\ncCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0002AA\nRational\nParts, and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0002AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0002AC\nRational\n9999.2212\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each gas floor iCombi, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (See attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0002AD\nRational\n8720.1561US\nInstallation Kit, for gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 102G (208 240/60Hz/1ph); gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 201G (120/60Hz/1ph); gas\niCombi/SCC/CMP 202G (208 240/60Hz/1ph) THIS ITEM IS NONDISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0002AE\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0002AF\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON-DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide\nconsistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the required flow rates. All public water systems using surface water and most\nground water systems treat with either chlorine/chloramine or\nchlorine dioxide (EPA will allow levels as high as 4ppm safe for\ndrinking water, exceeding our maximum level of .2ppm. Chloride concentrations above 80ppm can cause corrosion.\nRATIONAL Water Filtration does NOT reduce chloride\n0002AG\nRational\n56.01.535\nActive Green Cleaner Tabs, for all iCombi Pro/Classic,\n150 pieces/bucket (minimum order quantity 2 ea, unless ordered\nwith a unit) (NET)\n0002AH\nRational\n56.00.562\nCare Tabs, bucket of 150 packets for all iCombi Pro/Classic models and Self Cooking Center® units from 10/2008, with Care Control Serial SG, SH or SI series (minimum order quantity: 2pcs, unless ordered with a unit) (NET)\n0002AI\nRational\n6010.2101\nGastronorm Grid Shelf, 2/1 size, 25 5/8\" x 20 7/8\",\nstainless steel\n0003\nRational\nLM100GE\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 20 FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LM100GE)\n(CG1ERRA.0000227) iCombi Pro® 20 Full Size Combi Oven, electric,\n(20) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (40) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (20) 2/1 GN\npan capacity, mobile oven rack & (10) stainless steel grids\nincluded, intelligent cooking system with (4) assistants;\niDensityControl, iCookingSuite, iProductionManager, &\niCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5) cooking methods, (3)\nmanual operating modes, 85° to 572°F temperature range, quick\nclean, care control, eco mode, 6 point core temperature probe,\nretractable hand shower, Ethernet interface, Wi Fi enabled,\n208/240v/60Hz/3 ph, 188.5/163.3 amps, 67.9 kW, IPX5, UL, cULus,\nNSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0003AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0003AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0003AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation Site Consultation provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is\nneeded for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1)\nkitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached\ninstallation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0003AD\nRational\n9999.2202\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each electric floor iCombi, 100 miles (200 roundtrip) included. (See attached installation flyer for details) THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0003AE\nRational\n8720.1564US\nInstallation Kit, for electric 20 full size\n(240/60Hz/3ph) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0003AF\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0003AG\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide consistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems. The patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of sediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates.\n0003AH\nRational\n60.22.490\nMobile Oven Rack, type 20 full size Pro/Classic, (20) 24\"x 20\" pan capacity, 2 1/2\" spacing \n(Grid Shelves sold separately)\n0003AI\nRational\n6015.1165\nGastronorm Perforated Steam Pan, 1/1 size, 12 3/4\" x\n20 7/8\", 2 1/2\" deep, stainless steel\n0004\nRational\nLM100EG\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 10 FULL NG 208/240V 1 PH (LM100EG)\n(CE1GRRA.0000240) iCombi Pro® 10 Full Size Combi Oven, natural\ngas, (10) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (20) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (10) 2/1\nGN pan capacity, (5) stainless steel grids included, intelligent\ncooking system with (4) assistants; iDensityControl,\niCookingSuite, iProductionManager, & iCareSystem, (6) operating\nmodes, (5) cooking methods, (3) manual operating modes, 85° to\n572°F temperature range, quick clean, care control, eco mode, 6 \npoint core temperature probe, retractable hand shower, Ethernet\ninterface, Wi Fi enabled, 152,000 BTU, 208/240v/60Hz/1 ph, 6 ft.\ncord, 1.5 kW, CE, IPX5, cCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0004AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0004AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0004AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation Site Consultation provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is needed for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1) kitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0004AD\nRational\n9999.2211\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each individual gas table top iCombi on a stand or counter, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (Do not use for\nCombi Duo, See attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM\nIS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0004AE\nRational\n8720.1561US\nInstallation Kit, for gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 102G (208 \n240/60Hz/1ph); gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 201G (120/60Hz/1ph); gas\niCombi/SCC/CMP 202G (208 240/60Hz/1ph) THIS ITEM IS NONDISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0004AF\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0004AG\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide consistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates.\n0004AH\nRational\n60.31.090\nStand I Stationary Oven Stand, 27 1/2\"H, all sides open,\nstainless steel construction, for iCombi 6 and 10 full size\nClassic/Pro\n\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Combi Oven as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following Salient Characteristics (SC):\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Rational iCombi® Pro or equal Combi Oven or equal as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics: Vendors may quote any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Products quoted in the technical volume must be captured on the Vendor s pricing volume (Attachment A, Price Cost Schedule) of the solicitation. Vendors may quote any additional ancillary products which they deem to be essential to the functionality of the proposed solution; these items must be captured in the Vendor s pricing volume with a quantity of zero. \n\nCLIN s 0001, 0002, 0003, and 0004 apply to SCs 1-10, CLIN 0001AA, 0002AA, 0003AA, and 0004AA apply to SC 7. CLIN 0001AC-AF, 0002AC-AF, 0003AC-AG, 0004AC-AG apply to SC 11.\n\nSC #\nSALIENT CHARACTERISTICS \nMETHOD OF EVALUATION\nSC 1\nMust include an integrated intelligent cooking system with temperature probe included.\nLiterature Review\nSC 2\nRobust construction with materials resistant to wear and tear, suitable for harsh environments and heavy-duty use.\nLiterature Review\nSC 3\nMust perform steaming, convection and a combination of steam and convection functions; Must be able to do a temperature range of 90oF 550oF.\nLiterature Review\nSC 4\nOptimized for reduced energy consumption, lowering operational costs and promoting sustainability. Must be Energy Star Rated.\nLiterature Review\nSC 5\nMust have programmable cool-down capability, safe steam venting system and locking door.\n\nLiterature Review\nSC 6\nIntegrated autonomous cleaning system with hand shower included.\n\nLiterature Review\nSC 7\nWarranty: Minimum of 1-year parts and labor warranty, 1 year steam generator warranty\nWarranty terms will be evaluated for equivalency in coverage scope and lifecycle value. \nLiterature Review\nSC 8\n10-20 E/G models: Must hold minimum of (10) 18 x 26 generic full size sheet pans or (20) 12 x 20 steam pans on Mobile Oven Rack\n20-20 E/G models: Must hold minimum of (20) 18 x 26 generic full size sheet pans or (40) 12 x 20 steam pans on Mobile Oven Rack\nLiterature Review\nSC 9\nMust have High efficiency LED lighting \nLiterature Review\nSC 10\nMust be Wi-Fi capable\nLiterature Review\nSC 11\nMust provide Brand Specific Certified installation to include a pre-installation site visit to evaluate proper connections for gas, electric, drain, and water. Water filtration system included. \nLiterature Review\n\n\nFor each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics (SC) specified above. \nThe Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.\nResponses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:\nDoes vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No? \n\nIf Yes:\nWhat does the plan cover?\nDoes plan cover software updates only?\nDoes the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?\nDoes the plan cover both software and parts?\n\nVendor is requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.\n\nIs the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?\n\nFull name and address of company\nDUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE\nBusiness Size\nManufacturer or Distributor\nIf distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer. \nCountry of Origin designation for all products\nAbility to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale\nTechnical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met \nAny additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.\nAlthough not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought are highly encouraged to submit a Capabilities Statement.\nContractors submitting capability statements in response to this RFI must specifically address the questions outlined above. Generic capability statements that do not directly pertain to this RFI will not be considered. Additionally, links requesting capability statements or further information will not be accessed. All responses must be submitted as an actual file attachment.\n\n\n\n"} Solicitation Number: 36C10X26Q0055 Type: Sources Sought Base Type: Sources Sought NAICS: 333241 Classification Code: 7310 Response Deadline: 2026-02-25T09:00:00-05:00 Office Address: FREDERICK, MD POC: Michael Andrews, Michael.Andrews6@va.gov, (678) 428-5319 {"description":"\nSources Sought Notice\n\nPage 1 of \n\nSources Sought Notice\n\n \n\n\nSources Sought Notice\nPage 2 of 2\n\n1.0 DESCRIPTION\nTHIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. This is not a solicitation for bids, proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with FAR part 10 as a means of conducting market research to identify qualified sources with the capability and the resources to meet the Veterans Health Administration s (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program requirement for Combi Ovens.\nThe SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to supply brand name or equal identified Rational iCombi® Pro or equal Combi Oven and associated equipment on an agency-wide basis. VA intends to award a single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver Combi Ovens to VA medical centers and facilities in the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS). \nThe anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need.\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333241 Food Product Machinery Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 500 employees. \nThe FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that An Offeror is required to be registered in SAM when submitting an offer or quotation and at time of award. You may access the SAM website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Small Business Search (SBS) database at: https://search.certifications.sba.gov/ at the time of submission.\nSubmissions for this sources sought shall be submitted by email no later than February 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST to all the following: \nMichael.Andrews6@va.gov\nSara.Vickroy@va.gov\nThis notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. The Government may or may not issue a solicitation as a result of this notice. There is no solicitation available at this time.\n2.0 SCOPE OF WORK\nThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Combi Oven product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) contract. \n\nCombi ovens are thermally insulated chambers used in cooking for warming, cooking, and baking food, typically fueled by either natural gas or electricity. These food service ovens have thermostatic controls, which turn the oven on and off and select the temperature at which the oven will operate, and, usually, a timer. They may have complex, computer-based controls allowing a wide variety of operating modes. Combi ovens may be freestanding or countertop units.\n\nThe following Contract Line Items are being considered:\n\nContract Line Items\nManufacturer\nPart Number\nDescription\n0001\nRational\nLM100EE\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 10 FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LM100EE)\n(CE1ERRA.0000221) iCombi Pro® 10 Full Size Combi Oven, electric,\n(10) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (20) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (10) 2/1 GN\npan capacity, (5) stainless steel grids included, intelligent cooking\nsystem with (4) assistants; iDensityControl, iCookingSuite,\niProductionManager, & iCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5)\ncooking methods, (3) manual operating modes, 85° to 572°F\ntemperature range, quick clean, care control, eco mode, 6 point\ncore temperature probe, retractable hand shower, Ethernet\ninterface, Wi Fi enabled, 208/240v/60Hz/3 ph, 103.8/90.0 amps,\n37.4 kW, CE, IPX5, UL, cULus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0001AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0001AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0001AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation, Site Consultation, provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is\nneeded for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1) kitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0001AD\nRational\n9999.2201\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified\ninstallation for each individual electric table top iCombi on a\nstand or counter, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (Do not use\nfor Combi Duo, See attached installation flyer for details) THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n 0001AE\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any\nsingle combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario\nincludes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0001AF\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional\ninstallation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available\nwhen purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide\nconsistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates. All public water systems using surface water and most\nground water systems treat with either chlorine/chloramine or\nchlorine dioxide (EPA will allow levels as high as 4ppm safe for\ndrinking water, exceeding our maximum level of .2ppm. Chloride concentrations above 80ppm can cause corrosion.\nRATIONAL Water Filtration does NOT reduce chloride\n0001AG\nRational\n56.01.535\nActive Green Cleaner Tabs, for all iCombi Pro/Classic,\n150 pieces/bucket (minimum order quantity 2 ea, unless ordered\nwith a unit) (NET)\n0001AH\nRational\n56.00.562\nCare Tabs, bucket of 150 packets for all iCombi\nPro/Classic models and Self Cooking Center® units from 10/2008,\nwith Care Control Serial SG, SH or SI series (minimum order\nquantity: 2pcs, unless ordered with a unit) (NET)\n0001AI\nRational\n60.31.090\nStand I Stationary Oven Stand, 27 1/2\"H, all sides open,\nstainless steel construction, for iCombi 6 and 10 full size\nClassic/Pro\n0001AJ\nRational\n6010.2101\nGastronorm Grid Shelf, 2/1 size, 25 5/8\" x 20 7/8\",\nstainless steel\n0002\nRational\nLM100GG\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 20 FULL NG 208/240V 1 PH (LM100GG)\n(CG1GRRA.0000245) iCombi Pro® 20 Full Size Combi Oven, natural\ngas, (20) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (40) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (20) 2/1\nGN pan capacity, mobile oven rack & (10) stainless steel grids\nincluded, intelligent cooking system with (4) assistants;\niDensityControl, iCookingSuite, iProductionManager, &\niCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5) cooking methods, (3)\nmanual operating modes, 85° to 572°F temperature range, quick\nclean, care control, eco mode, 6 point core temperature probe,\nretractable hand shower, Ethernet interface, Wi Fi enabled,\n303,500 BTU, 208/240v/60Hz/1 ph, 6 ft. cord, 2.2 kW, CE, IPX5,\ncCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0002AA\nRational\nParts, and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0002AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0002AC\nRational\n9999.2212\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each gas floor iCombi, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (See attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0002AD\nRational\n8720.1561US\nInstallation Kit, for gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 102G (208 240/60Hz/1ph); gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 201G (120/60Hz/1ph); gas\niCombi/SCC/CMP 202G (208 240/60Hz/1ph) THIS ITEM IS NONDISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0002AE\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0002AF\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON-DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide\nconsistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the required flow rates. All public water systems using surface water and most\nground water systems treat with either chlorine/chloramine or\nchlorine dioxide (EPA will allow levels as high as 4ppm safe for\ndrinking water, exceeding our maximum level of .2ppm. Chloride concentrations above 80ppm can cause corrosion.\nRATIONAL Water Filtration does NOT reduce chloride\n0002AG\nRational\n56.01.535\nActive Green Cleaner Tabs, for all iCombi Pro/Classic,\n150 pieces/bucket (minimum order quantity 2 ea, unless ordered\nwith a unit) (NET)\n0002AH\nRational\n56.00.562\nCare Tabs, bucket of 150 packets for all iCombi Pro/Classic models and Self Cooking Center® units from 10/2008, with Care Control Serial SG, SH or SI series (minimum order quantity: 2pcs, unless ordered with a unit) (NET)\n0002AI\nRational\n6010.2101\nGastronorm Grid Shelf, 2/1 size, 25 5/8\" x 20 7/8\",\nstainless steel\n0003\nRational\nLM100GE\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 20 FULL E 208/240V 3 PH (LM100GE)\n(CG1ERRA.0000227) iCombi Pro® 20 Full Size Combi Oven, electric,\n(20) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (40) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (20) 2/1 GN\npan capacity, mobile oven rack & (10) stainless steel grids\nincluded, intelligent cooking system with (4) assistants;\niDensityControl, iCookingSuite, iProductionManager, &\niCareSystem, (6) operating modes, (5) cooking methods, (3)\nmanual operating modes, 85° to 572°F temperature range, quick\nclean, care control, eco mode, 6 point core temperature probe,\nretractable hand shower, Ethernet interface, Wi Fi enabled,\n208/240v/60Hz/3 ph, 188.5/163.3 amps, 67.9 kW, IPX5, UL, cULus,\nNSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0003AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0003AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0003AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation Site Consultation provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is\nneeded for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1)\nkitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached\ninstallation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0003AD\nRational\n9999.2202\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each electric floor iCombi, 100 miles (200 roundtrip) included. (See attached installation flyer for details) THIS\nITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0003AE\nRational\n8720.1564US\nInstallation Kit, for electric 20 full size\n(240/60Hz/3ph) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0003AF\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0003AG\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide consistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems. The patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of sediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates.\n0003AH\nRational\n60.22.490\nMobile Oven Rack, type 20 full size Pro/Classic, (20) 24\"x 20\" pan capacity, 2 1/2\" spacing \n(Grid Shelves sold separately)\n0003AI\nRational\n6015.1165\nGastronorm Perforated Steam Pan, 1/1 size, 12 3/4\" x\n20 7/8\", 2 1/2\" deep, stainless steel\n0004\nRational\nLM100EG\nRATIONAL Model No. ICP 10 FULL NG 208/240V 1 PH (LM100EG)\n(CE1GRRA.0000240) iCombi Pro® 10 Full Size Combi Oven, natural\ngas, (10) 18\" x 26\" sheet pan or (20) 12\" x 20\" steam pan or (10) 2/1\nGN pan capacity, (5) stainless steel grids included, intelligent\ncooking system with (4) assistants; iDensityControl,\niCookingSuite, iProductionManager, & iCareSystem, (6) operating\nmodes, (5) cooking methods, (3) manual operating modes, 85° to\n572°F temperature range, quick clean, care control, eco mode, 6 \npoint core temperature probe, retractable hand shower, Ethernet\ninterface, Wi Fi enabled, 152,000 BTU, 208/240v/60Hz/1 ph, 6 ft.\ncord, 1.5 kW, CE, IPX5, cCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR ®\n0004AA\nRational\nParts and Labor Warranty\n2 years parts and labor, 5 years steam generator warranty\n0004AB\nRational\nCAP Chef Assistance Program\nCAP Chef Assistance Program, a RATIONAL certified Chef conducts\n4 hours/location specialized application training with personnel,\nno charge\n0004AC\nRational\n9999.2002\nPre Installation Site Consultation provides an installation consultation to ensure the site has proper space and connections for gas, electric, drain & water, one (1) Consultation is needed for every four (4) cooking systems, add in one (1) kitchen , includes 100 miles (200 miles round trip). (see attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0004AD\nRational\n9999.2211\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, new certified installation for each individual gas table top iCombi on a stand or counter, 100 miles (200 round trip) included. (Do not use for\nCombi Duo, See attached installation flyer for details) THIS ITEM\nIS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET)\n0004AE\nRational\n8720.1561US\nInstallation Kit, for gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 102G (208 \n240/60Hz/1ph); gas iCombi/SCC/CMP 201G (120/60Hz/1ph); gas\niCombi/SCC/CMP 202G (208 240/60Hz/1ph) THIS ITEM IS NONDISCOUNTABLE,\nUSA ONLY (NET)\n0004AF\nRational\n1900.1159US\nWater Filtration Single Cartridge System, for any single combi model, or XS & half size Combi Duos, or iVario includes: (1) single head with pressure gauge, R95 CLX filter & (1)\nfilter installation kit\n0004AG\nRational\n9999.2271\nRCI RATIONAL Certified Installation, additional installation cost for a RATIONAL Water Filter System is available when purchased with Certified Installation of RATIONAL unit THIS ITEM IS NON DISCOUNTABLE, USA ONLY (NET) The RATIONAL Water Filtration Systems helps provide consistent high quality water to your RATIONAL cooking systems.\nThe patented carbon block technology reduces the effects of\nsediment, chloramines, and chlorine while delivering the\nrequired flow rates.\n0004AH\nRational\n60.31.090\nStand I Stationary Oven Stand, 27 1/2\"H, all sides open,\nstainless steel construction, for iCombi 6 and 10 full size\nClassic/Pro\n\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Combi Oven as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following Salient Characteristics (SC):\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Rational iCombi® Pro or equal Combi Oven or equal as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics: Vendors may quote any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Products quoted in the technical volume must be captured on the Vendor s pricing volume (Attachment A, Price Cost Schedule) of the solicitation. Vendors may quote any additional ancillary products which they deem to be essential to the functionality of the proposed solution; these items must be captured in the Vendor s pricing volume with a quantity of zero. \n\nCLIN s 0001, 0002, 0003, and 0004 apply to SCs 1-10, CLIN 0001AA, 0002AA, 0003AA, and 0004AA apply to SC 7. CLIN 0001AC-AF, 0002AC-AF, 0003AC-AG, 0004AC-AG apply to SC 11.\n\nSC #\nSALIENT CHARACTERISTICS \nMETHOD OF EVALUATION\nSC 1\nMust include an integrated intelligent cooking system with temperature probe included.\nLiterature Review\nSC 2\nRobust construction with materials resistant to wear and tear, suitable for harsh environments and heavy-duty use.\nLiterature Review\nSC 3\nMust perform steaming, convection and a combination of steam and convection functions; Must be able to do a temperature range of 90oF 550oF.\nLiterature Review\nSC 4\nOptimized for reduced energy consumption, lowering operational costs and promoting sustainability. Must be Energy Star Rated.\nLiterature Review\nSC 5\nMust have programmable cool-down capability, safe steam venting system and locking door.\n\nLiterature Review\nSC 6\nIntegrated autonomous cleaning system with hand shower included.\n\nLiterature Review\nSC 7\nWarranty: Minimum of 1-year parts and labor warranty, 1 year steam generator warranty\nWarranty terms will be evaluated for equivalency in coverage scope and lifecycle value. \nLiterature Review\nSC 8\n10-20 E/G models: Must hold minimum of (10) 18 x 26 generic full size sheet pans or (20) 12 x 20 steam pans on Mobile Oven Rack\n20-20 E/G models: Must hold minimum of (20) 18 x 26 generic full size sheet pans or (40) 12 x 20 steam pans on Mobile Oven Rack\nLiterature Review\nSC 9\nMust have High efficiency LED lighting \nLiterature Review\nSC 10\nMust be Wi-Fi capable\nLiterature Review\nSC 11\nMust provide Brand Specific Certified installation to include a pre-installation site visit to evaluate proper connections for gas, electric, drain, and water. Water filtration system included. \nLiterature Review\n\n\nFor each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics (SC) specified above. \nThe Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.\nResponses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:\nDoes vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No? \n\nIf Yes:\nWhat does the plan cover?\nDoes plan cover software updates only?\nDoes the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?\nDoes the plan cover both software and parts?\n\nVendor is requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.\n\nIs the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?\n\nFull name and address of company\nDUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE\nBusiness Size\nManufacturer or Distributor\nIf distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer. \nCountry of Origin designation for all products\nAbility to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale\nTechnical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met \nAny additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.\nAlthough not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought are highly encouraged to submit a Capabilities Statement.\nContractors submitting capability statements in response to this RFI must specifically address the questions outlined above. Generic capability statements that do not directly pertain to this RFI will not be considered. Additionally, links requesting capability statements or further information will not be accessed. All responses must be submitted as an actual file attachment.\n\n\n\n"}