Sources Sought Notice
This Sources Sought is solely for information and planning, the intended purpose is to identify potential sources that may be able to meet the requirements listed in the Synopsis Section of this Notice.
***This is not a solicitation***
*“This is a nonappropriated fund purchase and it does not obligate appropriated funds of the United States Government. Nonappropriated funds are generated by the military community through the sale of goods and services and the collection of fees and charges for participation in military community programs. This purchase does not involve federal tax dollars.”
Synopsis
The United States Air Force, AFLCMC/PZIB, Wright-Patterson AFB is conducting Market Research for the procurement of the following;
- The current dining facility kitchen at The National Museum of the US Air Force - Valkyrie Café needs a Commercial Dishwasher which will be used to efficiently clean and sanitize large quantities of dishes, glasses, utensils, and other foodservice ware. The dishwasher must be designed for high-volume use and can handle the demands of busy food service operations. Regular maintenance and reliable operation are critical to supporting high-volume food service and sanitation operations essential to the mission of the installation’s dining facility operation.
The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to:
- Deliver and install a new commercial dishwasher in accordance with commercial standards and local health/safety codes.
- Provide an annual preventive maintenance service to ensure optimal operation and compliance with manufacturer standards.
- Provide on-call emergency repair services as needed
Dishwasher Procurement and Installation
The contractor shall:
- Supply and install a commercial-grade dishwasher capable of processing high volumes per hour.
- Ensure the unit meets NSF, UL, and Energy Star certifications.
- Include all required plumbing, electrical, and drainage connections
- Provide operator training to designated dining hall staff
- Provide one (1) annual preventive maintenance visit, including inspection, cleaning, calibration, and replacement of common wear items.
- Provide a written maintenance checklist and report upon completion.
- Ensure that the work complies with manufacturer specifications and industry standards
- Provide on-call emergency service available within 24 hours of request, Monday through Sunday.
- Guarantee response time no later than 24 hours from the time of service request submission.
- Provide labor and parts as needed
- Dishwasher delivery and installation shall be completed within 30 calendar days of award.
- The maintenance agreement shall remain in effect for a base year plus two (2) option years (1 Base + 2 Option Years), subject to availability of NAF funds and satisfactory performance
- Installed, operational commercial dishwasher.
- Operator training completed and signed attendance sheet.
- Maintenance and service records for each visit.
- Emergency service reports as applicable.
- 1-2 Year Equipment Warranty
- Contractor must be within a 50 Mile Radius in Montgomery/Greene Counties - OH
- Shall not subcontract out any supplies or services
Please direct all questions concerning this acquisition to Raschelle Swindle at raschelle.swindle@us.af.mil, including the following information in the subject line;
FA860125Q0140 - Commercial Dishwasher, Preventative Maintenance & Emergency Repair Services
