3693--Box Erector (VA-25-00103586)
ID: 36S79726Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNAC FACILITY PURCHASING SUPPORT (36S797)HINES, IL, 60141, USA

NAICS

Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993)

PSC

INDUSTRIAL ASSEMBLY MACHINES (3693)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for a box erector to automate the assembly of cardboard boxes for its APNEA operations, which currently require the manual assembly of 500-700 boxes daily. The procurement aims to enhance efficiency and reduce labor hours as the daily output is projected to increase by 100 boxes over the next few years. The box erector must meet specific requirements, including a 3-inch tape head, 110V power, a capacity of 75-100 boxes in the hopper, and an output rate of 15-20 boxes per minute, along with options for extended warranties and additional features. Quotes are due by December 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST, and inquiries should be directed to Michelle Williams at michelle.williams4@va.gov by November 21, 2025, at 4:30 PM CST. The contract will be awarded based on the best value and technical acceptability.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle B WilliamsContract Specialist
    (708) 786-4927
    Michelle.Williams4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking quotes for a Box Erector to automate the assembly of cardboard boxes for APNEA operations. The solicitation number is 36S79726Q0003, with a response deadline of December 12, 2025, at 16:00 CST. The VA requires a box erector to handle an increasing daily output of boxes, projected to rise by 100 boxes per day for the next few years. This automation aims to significantly improve efficiency and reduce labor hours currently spent on manual box assembly. Quotes must be submitted to Michelle Williams at michelle.williams4@va.gov. Questions regarding the solicitation must be sent to the same email address by November 21, 2025, at 16:30 CST. The government plans to award one contract to the technically acceptable quote that offers the best value.
    This government solicitation, 36S79726Q0003, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to procure a box erector/sealer and related services. Key requirements for the box erector include assembly and sealing for specific box sizes, a 3-inch tape head, 110V power, 13+ SCFM dry air, 75-100 box hopper capacity, and an output of 15-20 boxes per minute, with heavy-duty construction and extended warranty, installation, and training. Optional items include additional extended warranty, continuous feed option, gravity skate wheel exit conveyor, spare parts kit, and extra tape heads. The NAICS code is 333993 (Packaging Machinery Manufacturing) with a 600-employee size standard. Quotes are due by December 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST, and questions must be submitted by November 21, 2025, at 4:30 PM CST to Michelle Williams at michelle.williams4@va.gov. The contract will be awarded based on best value and technical acceptability. The document outlines detailed contract terms and conditions, including clauses on electronic payment requests, administrative contracting officer designation, and various FAR and VAAR clauses incorporated by reference.
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