W081--Steel Storage Containers
ID: 36C24125Q0322Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF631-LEEDS (00631)(36C631)LEEDS, MA, 01053, USA

NAICS

Lessors of Miniwarehouses and Self-Storage Units (531130)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- CONTAINERS, PACKAGING, AND PACKING SUPPLIES (W081)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a5fb6d976c6d46a09ac824c761d6390b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking bids for the lease of ground-level steel storage containers measuring approximately 10 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8 feet high, to be delivered to various facilities within a 60-mile radius of the ENRM VA Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts. The containers must be weather-tight, secure, and in excellent condition, suitable for storing tools and equipment used in vocational rehabilitation programs. This procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and will involve a one-year contract with four optional renewal years, starting on April 1, 2025. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by March 28, 2025, and can contact Glorimar Estevez Cortorreal at glorimar.estevezcortorreal@va.gov or Cory Dionne at cory.dionne@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Glorimar Estevez CortorrealContract Specialist
    413 584 4040 EXT 6718
    glorimar.estevezcortorreal@va.gov
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    36C24125Q0322_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for the lease of steel storage containers as part of a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Bedford VA Medical Center. The goal is to provide additional secure storage for tools and equipment used in vocational rehabilitation programs. The contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with a firm, fixed price contract for an annual lease of ground-level storage containers, and options available for up to four additional years. Bidders are required to submit quotes for a total of thirty containers, with details on delivery and setup included. The procurement follows FAR streamlined procedures, and proposals will be evaluated based on price, past performance, product support, and delivery speed. The anticipated awarding period is from April 1, 2025, with clear stipulations regarding terms of service, quality control measures, and reporting requirements. Proposals must include a compliance statement with RFQ terms and must be submitted by March 28, 2025, to the designated Contract Specialist. Compliance with the Privacy Act and other security measures is also required throughout the contract.
    36C24125Q0322_2.docx
    This document is an amendment to the combined solicitation 36C24125Q0322 for the procurement of Ground Steel Storage Containers measuring 10x8x8x6 for the Bedford VA Medical Center. The key points include the confirmation that the expected quantity is up to 10 containers annually for the base year and each of the four option years. Substitution of container sizes is not permitted, and bidders are required to provide the annual cost of each container on a monthly basis for a five-year contract period (base plus four options). The solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additional details include the contact information for the Contract Specialist and pertinent deadlines, including the response date set for March 28, 2025. Overall, this amendment clarifies solicitation expectations and requirements, emphasizing the government's specific needs for storage units over the course of the contract.
    36C24125Q0322.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for steel storage containers. It invites responses from potential vendors regarding the availability of these containers for the Bedford VA Medical Center. The notice includes essential details such as the solicitation number (36C24125Q0322), response deadline (March 20, 2025, by 11:59 PM ET), and the associated NAICS code (531130). The contracting office is located in Leeds, MA, with Glorimar Estevez Cortorreal identified as the point of contact for inquiries. This notice is part of the government’s procurement process aimed at gathering information from suppliers capable of meeting the VA's needs without committing to a contract. Such notices help determine market interest and capabilities prior to formal solicitation. The document also points to resources available on the VA’s official website. Overall, this notice plays a crucial role in ensuring the agency can efficiently fulfill its requirements by engaging with potential vendors for assessment and feedback.
    36C24125Q0322 0001.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued an amendment to a previous combined solicitation seeking steel storage containers. The key details of this solicitation include the modification of container size to standard dimensions of 10 feet by 8 feet by 8 feet, an extended response deadline to April 4, 2025, and a revised performance period commencing on April 13, 2025. Vendors will deliver, set up, and maintain these containers at various VA facilities within a 60-mile radius of the ENRM VA Medical Center in Bedford, MA. The containers must be secure, weather-tight, and in excellent condition, suitable for rental over a one-year term with four additional optional renewal years. The contracting office is located in Leeds, MA, and the solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). This opportunity emphasizes the VA’s commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses while addressing their storage needs effectively.
    36C24125Q0322 0002.docx
    This document outlines an amendment concerning the delivery of ground-level storage containers to the main campus of the Bedford Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Bedford, MA. The requirement specifies that the containers should measure approximately 10 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8 feet high, constructed of steel, weather-tight, and secure with padlock capabilities. It is essential that the containers are clean, functional, and free from significant defects. The contract includes the lease cost covering delivery, pickup, and appropriate site placement on solid, level ground, with services commencing on April 13, 2025. The Veterans Affairs intends to award a contract for one year, with four one-year option extensions available, potentially extending the service until April 12, 2030. This document serves as part of a Request for Proposals (RFP) under federal guidelines, focusing on the procurement of storage solutions for VA medical facilities.
    Sources Sought Notice 36C24125Q0322.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 1, aimed at conducting market research for potential vendors capable of providing storage container rentals for the Bedford, Massachusetts VA Medical Center. The notice clarifies that it is not a request for quotes, and no contracts will be awarded based on responses. Vendors are invited to submit capability statements detailing their qualifications, including socioeconomic status and other relevant information, by March 20, 2025. The Statement of Work outlines the requirement for leasing three steel storage containers for vocational rehabilitation services, including specifications regarding dimensions, delivery, and security. The government will provide a suitable site for the containers and expects respondents to detail their capabilities in the provided Sources Sought Worksheet. The contract will be fixed-price, with options for multiple additional years based on government needs. Respondents should ensure that all submissions follow the guidelines and format specified. This Sources Sought notice signifies the VA's intent to assess market availability, which may influence future procurement strategies regarding storage needs.
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    Ground Steel Storage Containers 10X8X8X6
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    W081--Steel Storage Containers
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