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Food Cooking, Baking, and Serving Equipment

DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE ARMY > AMC > ACC > ACC-OO > 409TH CSB

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Notice Type Special Notice
Due 2026-05-01
Posted 2026-04-21
NAICS 333310
PSC 7310
Set-aside No Set aside used
Scout Score 15

Quick analysis

The notice is for commercial kitchen equipment (air fryer/multi-cook ovens, pressure bratt pan, range/oven, steam kettle) to be delivered and installed in Grafenwoehr, Germany, with operator training and CE-certified, 400V/50Hz electrical requirements.

This work is outside Trace Systems’ core capabilities (SATCOM, CDS, MPE, C5ISR, cyber/IT O&M). NAICS 333310 is listed in Trace’s registered NAICS with lower BD priority, and there is no relevant past performance in commercial kitchen manufacturing/supply.

Competitive position is weak versus established OEMs/distributors of CE-certified kitchen equipment in Europe; execution would require EU-compliant products, local installation, and German/English training support.

Given the poor technical fit, lack of relevant past performance, and compliance/sourcing hurdles, this opportunity should be rejected.

Scope summary

  • Supply CE-certified commercial kitchen equipment, including: multi-cook electric air fryer/oven with casters (1 each) and with stand (1 each), a 165L tilting pressure bratt pan, a modular professional range/oven, and a motorized tilting steam kettle.
  • Meet detailed construction/material standards (extensive chrome-nickel steel/CNS grades, hygienic/watertight design, no aluminum support or chrome-plated brass components).
  • Electrical: 400V, three-phase, 50 Hz with 32A plug; minimum cable lengths as specified; EU power standards.
  • Ventless catalytic converter for air fryer units; grease filter kit per chamber; included wire racks and jet plates.
  • IP protection levels for bratt pan (IPX6/IPX9k) and extensive safety/pressure control features; connection to external steam generator for bratt pan where required.
  • Delivery and installation in Grafenwoehr, Germany during regular hours (Mon–Fri 0800–1500); deliver ready for operation, including power cords/plugs; access via dock/level floor/elevator.
  • Operator briefing and training upon installation; display language support includes English and German; temperature display in °F/°C.
  • Wall mounting for certain appliances (e.g., steam kettle/bratt pan) and adherence to detailed dimensional tolerances.

Dimension scores

Total - 15/100
Technical Fit - 2/20

The requirement is for CE-certified commercial kitchen equipment (air fryer/multi-cook ovens, pressure bratt pan, range/oven, steam kettle) per attachments 1–5 and evidence points; NAICS 333310. Trace’s core capabilities are SATCOM, CDS, MPE, C5ISR, cyber/IT O&M, etc. (company_profile). NAICS 333310 is listed under Trace’s registered NAICS with lower BD priority, not a core lane. This is outside core technical fit.

Past Performance - 2/20

Company profile lists DISA MPE-S, Army FSR, USAFCENT comms/IT, EMSS, ABMS, SHIELD, etc.—no commercial kitchen equipment manufacturing/supply or similar product delivery. Same department (Army) but an unrelated mission area; thus minimal relevant past performance.

Vehicles / Contract Access - 5/10

Notice type is Special Notice (synopsis) with future solicitation on SAM.gov; no indication it will be issued on a Trace-held vehicle. Set-aside: None (full and open). Access appears via open competition, not a restricted vehicle Trace holds. Hence mid-range score per guidance.

Competitive Position - 1/15

Commodity commercial kitchen equipment with detailed CE/CNS specs in Germany invites established OEMs/distributors with EU presence. Trace lacks differentiators in this product category (company_profile). No incumbent/brand leverage or unique credential relevant to kitchen equipment; underdog position.

Risk - 2/15

Execution would require sourcing CE-certified appliances with EU 400V/50Hz power, local delivery/installation in Germany, and operator training (ENG/GER). This is outside Trace’s lanes and supply chain; high risk of noncompliance/cost/teaming gaps. While classification is low, the capability mismatch and OCONUS installation/training drive high risk.

Strategic Value - 1/10

Does not advance Trace’s target lanes (SATCOM/CDS/MPE/C5ISR) or key vehicles/Agencies in relevant mission areas. NAICS 333310 is low-priority for Trace and offers limited strategic synergy.

Compliance - 2/10

Set-aside: None (eligible). However, product-level requirements include CE certification, 400V/32A/50Hz, EU delivery/installation and operator training in Germany. Trace has no documented capability or certifications/partnerships for these appliances; significant compliance and sourcing gaps remain without specialized teaming.

Concerns

  • Outside Trace’s core capabilities and low-priority NAICS 333310; minimal internal expertise or supply chain for commercial kitchen equipment.
  • Compliance with CE certification and EU 400V/50Hz electrical standards may be challenging without OEM partnerships.
  • OCONUS delivery/installation/training in Germany requires local presence, German-language capability, and base access coordination.
  • Highly competitive commodity market dominated by established EU OEMs/distributors; price pressure likely high.
  • Potential brand-specific or highly prescriptive specifications (material and design constraints) may limit acceptable sources, increasing sourcing risk.
  • Special Notice stage: key details (quantity aggregation, evaluation criteria, delivery schedule) are not finalized, adding uncertainty.
  • Attachment 3 only partially reviewed due to size; remaining requirements could add further constraints.

Teaming opportunities

  • EU-based OEM/authorized distributor of CE-certified commercial kitchen equipment with ability to deliver in Germany.
  • Local installation contractor with experience on military installations in Germany and German/English training capability.
  • Customs/import and in-country logistics partner for EU compliance and timely delivery.
  • Electrical specialist for 400V/32A/50Hz hookups and commissioning per German/EU standards.

Competitive position

  • If pursued despite misfit: emphasize OCONUS logistics experience and EUCOM presence for delivery coordination; however, this is weak relative to product/category incumbents.

Bid/No bid factors

  • NAICS 333310 is listed as a registered NAICS with lower BD priority for Trace (company_profile).
  • Requirements are for CE-certified kitchen appliances, outside SATCOM/IT lanes.
  • Place of performance is Germany with EU power standards and bilingual requirements (English/German).
  • Commodity market with many qualified OEMs/distributors; Trace lacks differentiators.
  • Attachment 3 partially reviewed; additional constraints may exist.
  • Special Notice only; government is not yet seeking proposals.

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Attachment 1 - Product Description_Air_Fryer_(Vector)_w Caster_Redacted.pdf Download
Summary

Product specification for a single multi-cook electric air fryer/oven (1 each) with three individually controlled cooking chambers; details materials, dimensions, controls, included accessories, installation, training, and electrical requirements. Emphasizes food-safe, corrosion-resistant construction, CE certification, delivery ready for operation, and vendor-supplied installation/training constraints.

  • Item: Air Fryer / Multi-Cook Oven, electric; quantity: 1 each
  • Three individually controlled cooking chambers; fits three half-size sheet pans or three full-size GN-1/1 pans
  • Controls: Programmable touch screen with Structured Air Technology; per-chamber control of temperature, fan speed, and cook time; multilingual display (min English and German) and °F/°C
  • Construction: Corrosion-resistant steel; smooth, easily cleanable surfaces; resistant to pitting/chipping/scratching; grease filter kit required (one per chamber)
  • Includes: 1 wire rack & 2 jet plates per chamber; heavy-duty caster set (2 swivels, 2 swivels w/brake)
  • Ventilation: Ventless catalytic converter (ventless operation)
  • Dimensions: Exterior 600 mm (w) x 1013 mm (d) x 993 mm (h) ±5 mm
  • Installation/Delivery: Equipment must be delivered including power cord and plug; delivered ready for operation; work during regular hours Mon–Fri 0800–1500; access via dock/level floor/elevator
  • Operator Training: Briefing and training required once unit installed
  • Electrical specs: Energy source 400V, triple phase, 50 Hz; plug 400V - 32A; minimum cable length 4.5 m
  • Certification: Equipment must be CE-certified
Attachment 2 - Product Description_Air_Fryer_(Vector)_wStand_Redacted.pdf Download
Summary

Product specification for a commercial electric multi-cook air fryer with stand (quantity: 1). Document lists construction, design features, controls, installation and electrical requirements, physical dimensions, and operator/installation constraints.

  • Item: Air Fryer with Stand — quantity 1 each (commercial equipment/product procurement).
  • Construction: food-safe materials; corrosion resistant steel; smooth, easily cleanable surface; must withstand repeated warewashing and resist pitting/chipping/scratching.
  • Design: Electric multi-cook oven with three individually controlled cooking chambers; holds three half-size or three full-size (GN-1/1) pans; includes 1 wire rack and 2 jet plates per chamber; ventless catalytic converter; grease filter kit required per chamber.
  • Controls: Programmable touchscreen with Structured Air Technology; create/program up to 1024 recipes with up to 3 cooking stages; one-touch or manual cooking; display in °F/°C; minimum two languages (English and German).
  • Stand: Top shelf flat top; minimum capacity 142 kg; heavy-duty casters (2 swivel, 2 swivel with brake).
  • Dimensions: Air Fryer exterior 600 x 986 x 1013 mm (+/-5 mm); Stand 749 x 845 x 1092 mm (+/-5 mm).
  • Installation/Delivery: Delivered ready for operation including power cord and plug; installation/work during regular hours Mon–Fri 0800–1500; access via dock, level floor or elevator.
  • Electrical: 400 V, three-phase, 50 Hz; plug 400V - 32 A; cable minimum 4.5 m.
  • Certification: Equipment must be CE-Certified.
  • Operator training: Operator Training referenced (no detail on scope).
Attachment 3 - Product Description_Pressure_Bratt_Pan_Tilting_Redacted.pdf Download

Partially reviewed: Too large

Summary

Partial product specification for a commercial Pressure Bratt Pan (tilting) and associated steam generator; review limited to sections 1 and 2 of 3 due to file size. Contains detailed design, functional, mechanical, control, hygiene, and safety requirements for a 165 L tilting pressure bratt pan with electric heating and external steam-generator connectivity.

  • Item: Pressure Bratt Pan Tilting (POS. 2.3 and 2.4) — Capacity 165 liters (+/- 2 L).
  • Intended functions: multifunction frying/cooking/pressure cooking/steaming/low-temp overnight/sous-vide; fully automatic operation and programmable process control.
  • Control/interface: Operating unit with external glass touchscreen (Quick Cook Select), ergonomically mounted at eye level; disk space for minimum 400 cooking programs.
  • Power/energy: Electric heating with reinforced heating rods sheathed in CNS; Integrated Power Management System (PMS) to reduce connected load for groups of 3–12 appliances; PMS must function independently of site energy-optimizing stations.
  • Steam integration: Appliance equipped for connection to external steam generator (High-speed) and file includes POS. 2.2 High-speed Steam Generator spec (partial).
  • Tilting/ergonomics: Motorized/hand-wheel controlled easy-tilt mechanism, corrosion-resistant, heating must switch off automatically when tilting to avoid scorching.
  • Materials/construction: Extensive CNS (chrome-nickel steel) requirements with specific REF numbers (e.g., bratt bottom steel 1.0345/1.4435 or higher; basin 1.4404; cladding 1.4307); explicitly forbids aluminium supporting elements and chrome-plated brass drain components.
  • Thermal/insulation: Bratt bottom min thickness 18mm ingot steel + 3mm CNS; pan insulation min 40mm, bratt bottom 3-layer insulation min 60mm (+/-3mm); non-warping bratt bottom, plated with chrome-nickel-molybdenum steel (CNMS).
  • Hygiene/cleaning: Design for residue-free cleaning (ground/brushed surfaces), no drainpipes in cover, visual inspection of openings, hygienic link for connecting appliances without joints, drain valve and multifunction valve removable and dishwasher-proof.
  • IP/protection: Appliance rated IPX6 and IPX9k for high-pressure cleaning.
  • Safety/pressure features: Spring-released double-walled pressure lid with grease/acid-resistant seal, built-in multifunction valve (CNS) with positive pressure gauge, automatic ventilation and automatic lid cooling for pressure reduction (<1 min).
  • Control features: Temperature & pressure control (PCS), simultaneous display of actual/nominal temperatures and residual time, ability to change process values in active status, pre-selection start delay, pre-heating with signals, optothermal protection, keypad lock, protection against short voltage interruptions (<30s).
  • Drain and probe specifics: Drain valve rotary piston design with straight spout, removable retention sieve with litre scale; core temperature probe minimum 6-point measurement with cabling routed through hinge (no visible cables).
  • Accessories & training: Lists scoops, hanging straps, GN container supports; operator briefing and training once unit installed.
  • Mounting: Wall mounting to existing installation wall (no socket).
Attachment 4 - Product Description_Range_Oven_Redacted.pdf Download
Summary

Product specification for a professional, modular commercial kitchen range (range/oven) describing minimum customer requirements: hygienic, watertight construction; configurable induction and/or infrared cooking fields; multi-zone heating with controls; and a substructure that can accept an oven. Document is a partial extract (3 pages) with technical/physical requirements emphasized.

  • Product: professional kitchen range in modular construction; suitable for pots and bratt pans (directly heated system).
  • Heating: induction and/or infrared; induction field must support two induction or infrared heat sources in any combination and be configurable in multiple zones.
  • Controls: thermostatic control required for electric cooking fields with at least 9 heating output levels; stepless control switches and indicator lamps for heating zone status.
  • Hygiene/design constraints: no open connection points; cooking surface built into cover and completely watertight; U-shaped cover for water collection and drainage; top edges flush with cooking surface.
  • Mechanical robustness: glass ceramic (induction) cooking field encased in CNS contoured frame to increase mechanical strength.
  • Infrared option: separately adjustable heating elements in multiple zones under cooking field to generate radiant heat through glass ceramic with minimal energy loss.
  • Modularity/expandability: induction cooking field can be inserted seamlessly and extended left/right 'in the manner of a table leaf'; range substructure can be fitted with an oven.
  • Deliverable type: hardware/product spec for supply of commercial ranges/ovens (manufacturing or procurement of equipment under NAICS 333310).
  • No programmatic details (POC, quantities, delivery schedule, place of performance, pricing, contract vehicle, or incumbent) are present in the extracted text.
Attachment 5 - Product Description_Steam_Kettle_Redacted.pdf Download
Summary

Product specification for a commercial steam kettle/tilting cooker describing mechanical, material, hygiene, heating, and control system requirements. Includes detailed material grades, mounting and power constraints, vacuum indirect electrical heating to 1.5 bar/127°C, and an external programmable Quick Cook Select control with up to 400 programs and safety features.

  • Product: motorized tilting steam kettle / multifunctional cooker (commercial-grade).
  • Material requirements: chrome-nickel steel (CNS) for basin, casing, lid; specific steel refs listed (e.g., 1.4404, 1.4307, 1.4301); "No supporting aluminium elements" and "No chrome plated brass".
  • Mounting: wall mounting without socket; hygienic link to connect front/cover to other appliances.
  • Drain/fittings: stainless steel drain valve NW50 (REF NO 1.4308/1.4031 or higher); retaining sieve; Mixer Tap 3/4".
  • Heating: indirect, maintenance-free vacuum heating system (no water injection), electrical energy design, max operating overpressure 1.5 bar to reach 127°C at kettle bottom.
  • Safety/operation: heating system auto-switches off when tilting; integrated protection against short voltage interruptions <30s; contactors built in; keypad lock to prevent unintended changes.
  • Control: External Quick Cook Select (QCS) touchscreen at eye level; simultaneous display of actual/nominal temps; disk for ≥400 programs, each with up to 5 phases; fixed and programmable cooking modes (sous vide, overnight, low-temp, etc.); temperature probe support and optothermal protection.
  • Hygiene/cleaning: no drainpipes in cover; designed without dirt-accumulating corners; connections to other appliances without joints; bearings on both lid sides with sealed hinge routing.
  • Manufacturing/quality: minimum customer requirement language indicating strict compliance to spec and durable, non-warping construction for commercial use.
Technical details

Entry: sync

Review status: Up to date

Logical upstream opportunity: 46104

Notice lineage:

  • 5c0425a7b71c421a96ee6afa24f9b3b4 (posted 2026-04-21) - current

Last synced: 2026-04-21T18:48:18.757204+00:00

Last analyzed: 2026-04-21T18:50:32.360319+00:00

Latest package fingerprint: 41f9dec60215b4b65ebf023828b86d6dd53db8a4475ecbf935414c8b644f0194

Latest package notice: 5c0425a7b71c421a96ee6afa24f9b3b4

Latest package documents: 5

Evidence limitations
  • Attachment 3 - Product Description_Pressure_Bratt_Pan_Tilting_Redacted.pdf: partially reviewed (too large)
Recent package history
  • 2026-04-21T18:48:18.759124+00:00: 5c0425a7b71c421a96ee6afa24f9b3b4 with 5 docs

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