AI Vending Machines and Smart Coolers

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking nine AI-enabled vending machines, including smart coolers with specified capacities and features, for its Veteran Readiness and Employment program.

United States of America > VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > VETERANS BENEFITS ADMIN (36C10D)


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Open (active)
36C10D27Q0007
Nov 02, 2026 08:00 PM
Oct 19, 2026 04:07 PM
3 months
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
Federal
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Contact
dirk.kelley@va.gov
1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC, USA
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Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks nine new, commercial-off-the-shelf AI-enabled vending machines in four configurations: compact single-door coolers, high-capacity coolers with freezer capability, premium single-door coolers, and large double-door coolers. The equipment must meet the solicitation’s minimum capacity and feature specifications, including cellular connectivity, cashless payment, telemetry, inventory automation, remote monitoring, and secure payment processing. Equivalent products meeting or exceeding the specifications are acceptable; used or refurbished equipment is not. The contractor must provide all components and accessories needed for complete operation, including software and payment and monitoring components. On-site installation and training are not required. The contractor must deliver and offload the equipment at the designated location; a liftgate or other suitable offloading equipment is required. The solicitation requires new, authentic OEM goods and an authorization letter or other OEM documentation establishing the offeror as an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller. Quotations must include a completed price schedule, product specifications, the required solicitation forms and certifications, and a Section 508 checklist or applicable exception.

Classification Codes
NAICS333310Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
PSC3550Vending and Coin Operated Machines
Smart Codes
ai vending machinessmart coolersvending machine delivery
Specifications
Supply Only
No
Timeline
Oct 22, 2026 07:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 02, 2026 08:00 PM-Quotation Submission Deadline
Requirements
No
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