7320--Pot and Pan Wash Machine AP: 36C252-26-AP-3051 PR: 695-26-3-969-0344
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, through the VA Great Lakes Health Care System’s VISN 12 and Clement J. Zablocki VAMC in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is conducting market research under NAICS code 335220 for the procurement of an automatic pot and pan washer, associated installation services, and a balance exhaust fan. The requirement specifies an Insinger Model CA-3 or an equivalent unit with strict technical parameters including stainless-steel construction, vertical-lifting doors, compatibility with 208v/30/3 phase power, minimum capacity of 25 racks or 150 sheet pans per hour, NSF certification, and inclusion of stainless steel racks and a steam booster capable of achieving a 180°F rinse temperature. Installation must encompass all electrical, plumbing, and HVAC modifications, including removal of the existing unit and system reconnection, along with performance testing. The exhaust fan must be balanced to meet code requirements of 100 cfm per linear foot of hood length with adjustments, potential sheave and belt replacements, damper inspection, and a full balance report provided. Only authorized distributors of the Original Equipment Manufacturer are eligible to respond, and respondents must demonstrate their authorization status while providing detailed company information including SAM.gov UEID, point of contact, size status (such as SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone or large business), and certification documentation if claiming small business status. Companies must also confirm their small business eligibility under NAICS 335220, disclose whether offered products are available under existing federal contracts, and state the country of manufacture and business size of the OEM. Multiple qualifying brands may be proposed, but all must meet the specified salient characteristics. Responses are strictly for market research purposes, with no obligation or compensation from the government, and must be submitted by July 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. All participants must be registered in SAM.gov at time of submission, and inquiries should be directed to Rebecca Picchi at the VA. This solicitation does not constitute a commitment to award or guarantee any future contract opportunity.
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Clement J Zablocki VAMC 5000 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53295Set-Aside
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Sources Sought Notice
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Page 1 of 5 This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government. This notice is intended strictly for market research. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to obtain information from qualified sources with special interest relative to the North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) 335220 Major Household Appliance Manufacturing.
The Government will not pay for information received in response to this Sources Sought, nor will the Government compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing the information provided. This Sources Sought does not constitute a commitment by the Government. Information provided in response to this market survey will be used for informational purposes only and will not be released. Contractor participation is not a promise of future business with the Government.
Requirement The VA Great Lakes Health Care System, Veterans Integrated Services Network (VISN) 12, Clement J. Zablocki VAMC in Milwaukee, WI is seeking authorized distributors to the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) the equipment listed below. The VAMC is seeking businesses who are authorized distributors of the equipment under NAICS 335220 and Product Service Code (PSC) of 7320. In order to qualify as a small business seller your company must meet the requirements of 13 CFR 121.406 (b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii) and (b)(1)(iii). Item # Manufacturer # Description Qty 1 Insinger Model No. CA-3 or equal DISHWASHER,POT/PAN/UTENSIL,DOOR TYPE 1 2 Installation Installation to include all electrical, plumbing, and HVAC 1 3 Or equal Balance Exhaust Fan 1 1 ea Insinger Automatic Pot & Pan Washer, Model No. CA-3 Stainless Steel Steam Coil Tank- qty 1 Steam Booster Heater- qty 1 Stainless Steel Bake Sheet Rack- qty 2 Stainless Steel Pan Rack- qty 1 Stainless Steel Basket Rack- qty 1 Salient characteristics: Stainless-steel interior and exterior Straight-through design with doors that lift open vertically along track (non-hinged) Model compatible with or adaptable to existing electrical (208v/30/3 ph) Capacity of at least 25 racks per hour or 150 sheet pans per hour Included stainless steel sheet racks, pan racks and basket racks for operation Top and bottom rotating wash/spray arms Rollers in cabinet for easy rack loading/unloading Steam Booster with 70° F rise to reach rinse cycle temperature 180°F No wider than 34 (without booster) NSF Certification
1 ea Insinger Automatic Pot & Pan Washer, Model No. CA-3 Installation Must include all required Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC work. Modification of existing electric/plumbing/HVAC Disconnection of clean table of existing Pot and Pan Washer and reconnection to new Pot and Pan Washer Performance test and equipment start-up.
1 ea Balance Exhaust Fan verify the existing airflow meets state/county code of 100 cfm per linear foot of hood length. Adjust fan speed as needed, provided there is an adjustable Furnish and install 1 adjustable sheave and new belt if needed. Check and lubricate backdraft damper. Provide a complete balance report for exhaust fan.
It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government the interested party is an authorized distributor of the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
In addition to confirming status as an authorized distributor of the OEM you must include the following information:
Company name, address, point of contact, SAM.gov UEID and email address.
Size status and representation/s of the company (i.e., Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.). Any SDVOB or VOSB must be certified.
Is the company considered a small business under the NAICS code 335220?
If the company has a current federal contract, are the products being offered available on the contract?
Please include the country of manufacture and business size of the manufacturer.
Companies may propose more than one brand meeting the salient characteristics.
Questions should be sent to Rebecca Picchi at Rebecca.picchi@va.gov.
Responses to this source sought must be received no later than July 17, 2026 at 10:00am.
As a reminder, this is a Sources Sought announcement only. There is no guarantee, expressed or implicit, that the market research for this acquisition will result in a particular set-aside or sole source award, or any other guarantee of award strategy. All information is to be provided on a voluntary basis at no charge to the Government.
Interested vendors are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.1102(a) Offerors and quoters are required to be registered in SAM at the time an offer or quotation is submitted in order to comply with the annual representations and certifications requirements. Registration is available at www.sam.gov.