3930-- Reach Truck Forklift

This federal procurement document outlines the technical requirements for acquiring one narrow-aisle reach truck to support the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, Texas. The procurement aims to enhance the facility's mobile warehouse capabilities for lifting, storing, and retrieving medical supplies and equipment, particularly during steady-state operations and natural disaster responses. The required equipment is a Crown RM6025-45 model (or equivalent) with a 4,500-pound capacity and a 36-volt electrical system. Key technical specifications include a lift height of 270 inches, a collapsed height of 119 inches, a programmable lift/lower cutout, a standard lead-acid battery, an angled overhead guard, and partial tapered forks. Safety features must fully comply with OSHA regulations and VA patient safety standards, including features such as an LED amber flashing light, blue floor spotlights, and a smart travel alarm. Additionally, the contractor must supply a V-Force lead-acid battery, a comprehensive owner's manual, and a standard warranty covering both the unit and the power train. Delivery is to be made directly to the MEDVAMC receiving warehouse in Houston, Texas.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 16 in Houston, Texas, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for solicitation 36C25626Q1092. The VA intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Crown Equipment Corporation (CAGE: 1D3P6) for a "Reach Truck Forklift" requirement, anticipated for award on September 25, 2026. While the notice's subject and attachment refer to a "Reach Truck Forklift" and classified under NAICS 333924 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing), the text also references services for Farapulse Ablation Systems at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, as well as maintenance of laundry equipment. Although this is not a competitive solicitation, the Government invites interested parties to submit written capability statements. To be considered, respondents must provide clear documentation and valid proof of their authorized status (such as an OEM authorization letter) to service the equipment, including access to software, updates, and warranties. Capabilities must be emailed to Contract Specialist Frank Sanders at frank.sanders1@va.gov no later than July 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. The government will use these responses solely to determine whether a competitive procurement is viable. Prospective contractors must be active in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.