2420-- Diesel Powered Forklift small business set aside
ID: 36C26025Q0291Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

PSC

TRACTORS, WHEELED (2420)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d7526dc4c1274e3cb2e53f556a420d6f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of a diesel-powered forklift, specifically designated for the Jonathan M. Wainwright Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA. The forklift must meet specific performance requirements, including a capacity of 7,000 lbs at a 24” load center, a maximum fork height of 185”, and various features such as a hydraulic side shifter and solid pneumatic tires, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations regarding domestic production. This procurement is crucial for supporting the operational needs of the medical center, emphasizing the importance of reliable industrial equipment in healthcare settings. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by March 10, 2025, with questions due by February 27, 2025, and can contact Contracting Officer Nick Price at Nicholas.Price@va.gov for further information.

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    Nick PriceContracting Officer
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    Nicholas.Price@va.gov
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    36C26025Q0291.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ 36C26025Q0291) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of a diesel-powered forklift, specifically designated for small businesses. The RFQ is due on March 10, 2025, with a deadline for questions on February 27, 2025. It specifies that all proposals must come from small businesses in compliance with the NAICS code 333924. Interested vendors are required to submit quotes via email, along with company letterhead and product brochures. The delivery logistics necessitate that the forklift be offloaded directly from a delivery truck capable of lowering the equipment to the ground, as the facility lacks lifting capacity. The contract award will prioritize the business offering the best overall price that meets the detailed salient characteristics specified in the solicitation documents. Vendors must ensure that the product is domestically produced, adhering to applicable federal regulations. The document serves as a formal solicitation for procurement, encouraging participation from appropriate small business entities to support government contracting objectives.
    RFQ 36C26025Q0291.pdf
    The document outlines a request for quote (RFQ) for the procurement of a diesel-powered industrial lift truck for the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the Jonathan M. Wainwright Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA. It specifies that the solicitation is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 333924, with a quantity of one unit to be delivered. Key details include the solicitation issue date, the due date for offers, contact information for queries, and delivery instructions indicating that standard vehicle delivery cannot be accommodated. Comprehensive reference clauses are included, relating to contract terms and conditions, payment methods, and compliance with federal regulations. The document confirms that the contractor must submit invoices electronically and provides a detailed breakdown of required contract clauses meant to ensure adherence to standards and regulations pertinent to federal acquisitions. This RFQ reflects the government’s structured approach to soliciting offers from eligible small business vendors while prioritizing compliance with federal contracting laws.
    Sailent Characteristics RFQ 36C26025Q0291.pdf
    This file outlines a request for quotations (RFQ) for a new diesel-powered forklift with specific performance attributes. Key requirements include a capacity of 7,000 lbs at a 24” load center, a maximum fork height of 185”, and a standard fork length of 48”. The forklift must feature a hydraulic side shifter, solid pneumatic tires, and a fourth valve with hosing. Additional specifications include a full suspension seat with armrest, a rear grab handle with a horn, and multiple LED lights. Notably, the forklift must be a domestic product in compliance with FAR regulations. Due to facility constraints, ground delivery is necessary as the loading dock cannot accommodate the forklift’s dimensions. This RFQ emphasizes the government's need for a new, compliant diesel forklift with specific operational capabilities and considerations for delivery logistics.
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