7320--589-21-3-7626-0208 - Tabletop Auto Bagger- TO food service

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI In Accordance With (IAW) FAR Part 15.201(e). SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is an RFI/sources sought only. The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 333993 (size standard of 500 Employees). Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide the following: Tabletop Autobag- Bread Bagger Scope of Work: This equipment is for the food service department. The bagging machine will be used to bag bread and rolls for patient meal tray service. Specifications: The bagger will allow for quick hand load packaging of individual slices of breads, rolls, and other things needed for patient meal service. The machine needs to be lightweight for tabletop use and portability. Should not require compressed air to operate Must have ergonomic handling for ease of use. The unit needs to be capable of manual or automatic operation Capable of producing a range of 18 bags to 25 bags per minute. Needs to have the capability to utilize pre-opened bag rolls that range from 6 to 8 inches long by 6 inches wide. The bagger must utilize a controlled seal bar to ensure freshness of the product Needs to include an open loading area for operator safety. The unit is to powered with the following electrical 110/220, 50/60 Hz, 5.0/2.7 Amps. Max Size requirement: 24 in H X 24 IN W The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications. If you are interested, and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Responses to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, and size of business pursuant to the following questions: Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.? Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI? Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above? If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above or an equivalent solution do you alter, assemble, or modify the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered, assembled, and/or modified? Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA, VA NAC, NASA SEWP, or any other federal contract that can be utilized to procure the requirement listed above? If so, please provide the contract number. Please submit your capabilities that show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that you can meet the requirement described in the attached SOW. Please provide your DUNS number. Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Tracie Raggs at contact@example.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 2100 CST. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.