2510--UTV-Mini Ambulance
ID: 36C26226Q0171Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing (336110)

PSC

VEHICULAR CAB, BODY, AND FRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (2510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/595a7af65d6746ffbf0f066292e93845/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified sources to provide a UTV-Mini Ambulance for the VA San Diego Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as outlined in Sources Sought Notice (SSN) 36C26226Q0171. The procurement aims to identify potential vendors, particularly Veteran-owned and small businesses, capable of delivering a gasoline-powered MedSTAT enclosed UTV ambulance equipped for rapid response and Code Blue emergencies, with specific features such as run-flat tires, locking doors, and patient compartments. This vehicle is crucial for enhancing emergency medical response capabilities on campus and at nearby transit stops. Interested vendors must respond with their business size, ability to meet the draft Statement of Work (SOW), and compliance with the Buy American Act, with inquiries directed to Contracting Officer Anthony Dela Cruz at anthony.delacruz@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2284. A formal solicitation will be published later on SAM.gov or eBuy GSA.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anthony Dela CruzContracting Officer
    (562) 766-2284
    anthony.delacruz@va.gov
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    SOW Ambulance.docx
    The VA San Diego requires one MedSTAT enclosed UTV ambulance for rapid response and Code Blue emergencies on campus and at adjacent bus/trolley stops. The ambulance must be gasoline-powered with run-flat tires, locking doors, and patient compartments accommodating a stretcher, two medical attendants, and equipment. Key features include power steering (preferred), heating/AC (preferred), headlights, horn, turn signals, windshield wipers, side mirrors, emergency flashers/lights, harnesses/seatbelts, and a siren/speaker. It must be identified as an Emergency Response Vehicle, and the chassis should have a two-year warranty. The contractor is responsible for delivery, offloading, setup, testing, and initial staff training, adhering to VA San Diego’s COVID-19 protocols. Delivery must be coordinated post-award during normal duty hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding federal holidays). Payment will be made upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice, and the contractor is responsible for waste removal.
    SSN 36C26226Q0171.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22), has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) 36C26226Q0171 for a UTV-Mini Ambulance for the VA San Diego Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This notice aims to identify potential qualified sources, particularly Veteran-owned and small businesses, under NAICS code 336110 (size standard 1,500 employees). The government will prioritize setting aside the acquisition for Veteran-owned or small businesses if market research indicates sufficient capability. Interested vendors must provide business size information, demonstrate their ability to meet the draft Statement of Work (SOW) and Salient Characteristics, confirm their status as an authorized dealer or distributor (no gray market items), and address compliance with the Buy American Act and limitations on subcontracting. Pricing information is requested for market research purposes only. A formal solicitation is not yet available but will be published on SAM.gov or eBuy GSA at a later date.
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