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This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Justice was posted on July 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Dual-Temperature Food Transport Cart

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Tallahassee seeks a heavy-duty dual-temperature food transport cart designed for institutional and correctional food service operations, requiring robust construction with minimum 18-gauge stainless steel exteriors and a 16-gauge reinforced stainless steel base frame with cross-channel support. All welds must be ground and polished, and the unit must feature tamper-resistant fasteners, reinforced corners, and full perimeter non-marking bumpers to withstand high-use, secure environments. The cart must maintain both heated and refrigerated zones with insulated separation, capable of holding up to 120 segmented trays with shelving or up to 168 without, using removable stainless steel racks compatible with institutional tray configurations. It must operate on standard 120-volt, 15-amp, 1800-watt service with a NEMA 5-20P plug and include a heavy-duty power cord with management features. The unit must stand approximately 75 inches high, 57.5 to 58 inches wide, and 29 inches deep, with minor dimensions acceptable if functionality is preserved. It requires double-panel insulated doors that open nearly 270 degrees, equipped with lockable latches and magnetic closures, along with a recessed digital temperature control panel for monitoring. Six heavy-duty casters, at least six inches in diameter, must include both swivel and rigid types with braking on swivels, while recessed push handles ensure ergonomic operation. Full insulation of at least one inch in thickness must be applied to top, bottom, and sides. The contractor must provide a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty covering parts and labor, and delivery is expected at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tallahassee, Florida, with the solicitation open for bid until July 16, 2026, under a total small business set-aside and classified under NAICS code 333241.

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Heavy-duty dual-temperature food cart with stainless steel build, insulated zones, 120–168 trays, 120V power, casters, locks, and one-year warranty for Tallahassee correctional facility.

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333241 - Food Product Machinery Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Tallahassee, FL, 32301, USA

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Dual-Temperature Food Transport Cart Specifications

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AgencyDepartment Of Justice → Fci Tallahassee
Contacts1 person available
OfficeTALLAHASSEE, FL, 32301, USA
Office AddressTALLAHASSEE, FL, 32301, USA
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Dual-Temperature Food Transport Cart
1. PURPOSE
Tallahassee requires a heavy-duty dual-temperature food transport cart capable of maintaining both heated and refrigerated food products during institutional meal service operations. The unit shall be designed for correctional or high-volume institutional food service environments.
2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The contractor shall provide a new, commercial-grade dual-temperature transport cart meeting the following minimum salient characteristics and specifications.
3. CONSTRUCTION
a. Exterior construction shall consist primarily of stainless steel.


b. Exterior surfaces shall be minimum 18-gauge stainless steel construction.


c. Base frame shall be minimum 16-gauge reinforced stainless steel with cross-channel support.


d. All welds shall be ground and polished.


e. Cart shall include reinforced corners and fittings suitable for institutional or correctional environments.


f. Fasteners shall be tamper-resistant or security-type construction.
4. DIMENSIONS
a. Approximate dimensions:
    Height: 75 inches
    Width: 57.5 to 58 inches
    Depth: 29 inches


b. Minor dimensional variances necessary for commercial manufacturing are acceptable provided operational capacity requirements are met.
5. CAPACITY
a. Unit shall accommodate approximately:
    120 segmented trays with shelving installed
    Up to 168 segmented trays without shelves


b. Unit shall include removable stainless steel shelving or rack assemblies.


c. Shelving shall support institutional tray configurations.
6. HEATING AND REFRIGERATION
a. Unit shall include an integrated refrigeration system.


b. Unit shall include a removable or serviceable heated compartment assembly.


c. Heating system shall maintain safe hot holding temperatures for institutional food service operations.


d. Refrigeration system shall maintain safe cold holding temperatures for institutional food service operations.


e. Unit shall include insulated compartment separation between heated and refrigerated zones.
7. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
a. Unit shall operate on:
    120 Volt electrical service
    Approximately 1800 Watts
    Approximately 15 Amps


b. Unit shall include a heavy-duty power cord and cord management system.


c. Plug configuration shall be compatible with NEMA 5-20P or equivalent.
8. COMPONENTS
a. Doors:
    Double-panel insulated doors
    Heavy-duty hinges
    Doors capable of opening approximately 270 degrees
    Lockable transport latches
    Magnetic closure devices or equivalent


b. Temperature Controls:
    Digital temperature controller and thermometer display
    Protected or recessed control panel


c. Handles:
    Recessed push handles mounted on sides


d. Insulation:
    Fully insulated top, bottom, and sides
    Minimum 1-inch high-density insulation


e. Casters:
    Six heavy-duty multi-terrain casters
    Combination of swivel and rigid casters
    Minimum 6-inch diameter
    Braking capability on swivel casters


f. Bumpers:
    Full perimeter non-marking bumper protection
9. WARRANTY
a. Contractor shall provide a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty covering parts and labor.
10. DELIVERY
Delivery location and timeline shall be specified in the solicitation schedule.

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