Supplier of VA-Approved Equal Ice Dispensers (Alternative Equipment)

This contract seeks a supplier to provide an alternative commercial ice and water dispenser that matches or surpasses the performance and safety standards of the Scotsman HID540A-1 model, subject to approval by the Department of Veterans Affairs as an equivalent product. The procurement is designated as a subcontract under a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside, emphasizing support for SDVOSB entities. The equipment must meet stringent government requirements, ensuring reliability and compliance for use in VA facilities. The solicitation was posted on June 3, 2026, with responses due by June 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The primary place of performance is in Amarillo, with the contract overseen by the NETWORK Contract Office 17 under the Department of Veterans Affairs. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 333318, which categorizes the industry related to commercial and industrial machinery manufacturing. Interested vendors must demonstrate that their product is a VA-approved equal, ensuring it is suitable for VA use while fostering competition among qualified SDVOSB suppliers.