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Sources Sought Note: This is not a solicitation but rather a Request for Information (RFI/Sources Sought) for market research purposes only. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administrat... Sources Sought Note: This is not a solicitation but rather a Request for Information (RFI/Sources Sought) for market research purposes only. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 5, is issuing this Sources Sought in order to identify capable firms and obtain information for planning purposes only. Responses must be submitted by 2:00 PM EST, March 14, 2022. Submit responses to this Sources Sought via email to theresa.thomas7@va.gov All SDVOSB and VOSB firms that respond shall include proof of CVE certification via www.vip.vetbiz.gov. All small business firms that respond shall include proof of small business status via their Representations and Certifications in accordance with (FAR 4.1102 Policy). While SDVOSB/VOSB firms are preferred, all capable firms are welcome to respond to this Sources Sought. All respondents to this Sources Sought shall include as part of their response answers to the below questions and provide any additional pertinent information that supports the answers. If there are any ambiguities in this Sources Sought, please identify them in your response. The results of this market research will assist in the development of (1) the requirement, and (2) the acquisition strategy (e.g., socioeconomic set-aside, full and open competition, etc.). VA assumes no responsibility for any costs incurred associated with the preparation of responses. Suggested NAICS: 333924 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, and Stacker Machinery) Suggested PSC: 3930 (Warehouse Trucks and Tractors, Self-propelled) Open to suggestions from the market as to a more proper NAICS and/or PSC, as well as any potential GSA/FSS Schedule SIN categories. If you are interested, please e-mail the following information: Company Name. Person of Contact (including telephone number and email address). Socio-economic status (SDVOSB, VOSB, Woman-Owned, Other etc.). Do you currently hold a government contract? Contract Number? Type of contract? With whom (GSA, SEWP, etc )? If GSA what Schedule and SIN? Can your company provide the service for the listed Department of Veterans Affairs locations? 6. Does your firm utilize the suggested NAICS and PSC per this Sources Sought Notice? If not, please suggest a more appropriate NAICS and/or PSC and explain why it s more appropriate? How do you invoice for this service, including rates? What Certifications, State and/or Federal, if any must you have to perform this service? Please confirm that your firm s contract performance would be in compliance with the Limitations on Subcontracting as required by 13 CFR 125.6 and VAAR 852.219-74 if applicable (Not applicable to unrestricted set aside). Please indicate in which clause your performance would be in compliance with: VAAR 852.219-10, VAAR 852.219-11, or FAR 52.219-14. (Attachment B) Please list all of your concerns, questions and ambiguities below. Questions will not be addressed directly but will be used by the Government in the event that this Sources Sought would move forward to solicitation. Please provide estimated rates. Must provide estimated date of delivery. 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, 120 days, 180 days etc. STATEMENT OF WORK Telehandler 1.1 STATEMENT OF NEED DESCRIPTION: Louis A. Johnson has a requirement to purchase a telescoping variable reach materials handler. 1.2 EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS: - 4 wheel drive - Single side loading capable - Lift capacity @24 LC (LBS/KG): 7700 - Lift capacity @24 LC Full upward reach (LBS/KG): 3493 - Lift capacity @24 LC full forward reach (LBS/KG): 5291/2400 - Maximum forward extension (IN/CM): 94/239 - Maximum lift height (FT/CM): 14 4 /437 - Free lift (IN/CM): 53/135 - Maximum height boom extension (FT/CM): 16 7 /505 - Height of cab (IN/CM): 91/231 - Length to fork face (IN/CM): 126/320 - Maximum width (IN/CM): 55/140 - Underclearance (IN/CM): 7/18 - Turning radius (IN/CM): 138/351 - Aisle width 90 degree stacking (IN/CM): 207/526 - Engine type: Diesel - Engine model: Kohler - Gross engine output (HP): 62 - Rated RMP: 2600 - Drive type: Hydrostatic - Transmission: Hydrostatic - Unladen weight (LBS/KG): 12125/5500 - Speed (MPH/KPH): 12/19 - Fully adjustable suspension seat with retractable seatbelt - Lighting kit with two headlights, amber strobe and one rear light - Hose burst check valves on tilt, lift and extension cylinder circuits - Full-time all-wheel drive - Backup alarm - Tilt up cab for access to components - 111 degree tilt - Free lift up to 55 - Full lift capacity at full lift height - Panoramic mirrors - Enclosed cab - In-cab heater and air conditioning 1.3 GENERAL Vendor must be able to deliver within 180 days of contract award.