How to bid on Commercial Kitchen Equipment for the Minnesota Army National Guard

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Minnesota Army National Guard is seeking to purchase and have delivered 18 new commercial-grade kitchen equipment items. This includes various freezers, refrigerators, ice machines, convection ovens, griddles, and hot/cold food tables. All items must be delivered to the USPFO Warehouse at Camp Ripley in Little Falls, Minnesota, by September 30, 2026.

This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. Vendors should note that brand-name-or-equal items are allowed, giving flexibility in proposed products as long as they meet or exceed the specified salient characteristics.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. All quotes must be submitted electronically via email by August 07, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. Quotes received after this deadline may not be considered for award.

The government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price purchase order. The evaluation will use a Best Value Tradeoff methodology, assessing both Technical Capability and Price.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that supply commercial kitchen equipment. Firms with experience in delivering and installing such equipment, or those with established supply chains for these types of products, would be well-suited.

The relevant category for this acquisition is equipment, specifically commercial kitchen appliances. Vendors should be prepared to meet specific technical specifications for each of the 18 items listed in the Statement of Work.

How to respond to this solicitation

To respond, you must submit your quote electronically via email to [email protected]. Your submission must strictly follow the three-attachment Adobe PDF structure detailed in the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 within the solicitation document.

You will need to access the solicitation document, the revised Statement of Work (SOW), and any amendments. The SOW provides detailed technical specifications and requirements for all equipment, including updated dimensional requirements for several items. Amendment 0002 includes Questions & Answers from industry, and Amendment 0001 replaced the original SOW and provided 'Like' model numbers for clarification. You are required to acknowledge receipt of all amendments with your quote.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the revised Statement of Work (SOW) and all amendments. Pay close attention to the 'Like' model numbers provided and ensure any 'or equal' items you propose clearly meet or exceed the salient characteristics and specifications.

Ensure your quote strictly adheres to the required three-attachment Adobe PDF submission structure. Any deviation could lead to your quote being deemed non-responsive. Double-check all pricing and technical details for accuracy before submission.

Since this is a Best Value Tradeoff evaluation, clearly articulate your technical capability in your submission. Highlight how your proposed equipment meets or exceeds the requirements and any relevant past performance or experience that demonstrates your ability to successfully fulfill this contract.