Induction Heating System | 646   2

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Nutrition and Food Services at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, is seeking to procure an Induction Heating System and compatible tableware. This requirement arises from the need to efficiently assemble over 1,000 meals daily at the medical center. The contract aims to enhance food service operations through modern equipment that meets specific operational standards.

Work Details
The contractor is required to provide two (2) Dinex Smart.Therm Model DX811220 Induction Heating Systems or brand-name equivalents, along with compatible tableware. The detailed requirements include:

- **Induction Heating Systems**:
- Model No.: DX811220 (or equal)
- Quantity: 2
- Specifications: Stainless steel housing, LCD display, 15-20 second cycle time, ability to heat food service induction bases.
- Electrical Requirements: 208/240V 1-phase connection with twist lock plug.
- Certifications: NSF certified.
- Warranty: Two years parts and labor.

- **Tableware** (Dinex or brand name equivalents):
- Quantity: 38 cases (12 per case) of 9¾” Smart Therm induction bases (Model DX821003, onyx color).
- Quantity: 38 cases (12 per case) of insulated dome covers (Model DX5400, onyx color).
- Quantity: 38 cases (24 per case) of 9” China plates (Model DX9ACP02A, white color).
- Quantity: 19 cases (48 per case) of 9” Plastic plates (Model 4350102, white color).
- Quantity: 38 cases (24 per case) of 9” Plastic three-compartment plates (Model 4351602, white color).
- Quantity: 19 cases (48 per case) of eight-ounce bowls (Model DX5300, onyx color).
- Quantity: 10 cases (48 per case) of five-ounce bowls (Model DX5200, onyx color).
- Quantity: 19 cases (48 per case) of eight-ounce mugs (Model DX5000, onyx color).
- Quantity: 38 cases (12 per case) of non-skid trays measuring 15” x 20” (Model DXSMC1520NSM03, black color).

All items must be compatible with one another and meet specified height restrictions for food carts.

Place of Performance
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, University Drive Campus, Attn: Gene Dandrea / Chief, Nutrition and Food Services, Building 1, University Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15240.