36C25226Q0142.docx

SUBJECT*

CAT 255 Track Loader

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

36C252 115 South 84th Street, Suite 101 Milwaukee WI 53214-1476

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer Jennifer Mead Jennifer.Mead@va.gov

Source of Sought 36C25226Q0142

Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE.

The NCO 12, Great Lakes Acquisition Center, 115 S. 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee, WI 53214, is performing market research to determine if there is a sufficient number of qualified: (1) Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); (2) Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB); or (3) Small or emerging small business firms, or (4) Other Than Small business firms, to provide brand name or equal CAT 255 Track Loader for the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center, Iron Mountain, MI.

General Requirements:

Brand Name or Equal: Specifications for CAT 255 Track Loader

Machine Type: Track Loader

· Usage: Snow removal, grounds maintenance, landscaping, earth moving.

Engine and Performance:

· Engine Power: Minimum 74 horsepower (HP) or equivalent.

· Engine Technology: Must meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards.

· Operational Weight: Approximately 8,500 - 10,000 lbs.

· Fuel Capacity: Minimum 20 gallons to ensure extended operational periods without frequent refueling.

· Hydraulic Flow: High flow of a minimum of 30 gallons per minute (GPM).

Operational Capabilities:

· Track Type: Rubber tracks provide optimal traction in various conditions, including snow, mud, and uneven terrain.

· Track Width: Minimum 16 inches to ensure stability and reduce ground pressure.

· Ground Clearance: Minimum of 8 inches to navigate through rough terrain and debris effectively.

· Lift Capacity: Minimum rated operating capacity of 3,500 lbs.

· Bucket Size: Standard bucket size of 66 inches with hydraulic quick-attach system for easy swapping of attachments such as snow blowers, plows, and forks.

Operator Comfort and Safety:

· Cab Features: Enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab with heating and air conditioning for operator comfort in extreme weather conditions.

· Controls: Ergonomic joystick controls for ease of operation and reduced operator fatigue.

· Visibility: Large windows and a rearview camera for enhanced visibility and safety.

· Seating: Adjustable air-ride seat to provide operator comfort during prolonged periods of use.

· Lighting: LED work lights for improved visibility during low-light conditions (e.g., early morning or late evening operations).

Technology and Support:

· Display and Interface: Integrated display for machine diagnostics, performance monitoring, and maintenance reminders.

· Telematics: Compatible with telematics systems for remote monitoring and data collection.

· Warranty: Minimum one-year full-machine warranty with the option to extend.

· Operator Training and Support: Availability of comprehensive operator training and technical support from the dealer or manufacturer.

Additional Features:

· Attachment Compatibility: Ability to support and interchange with multiple attachments including buckets, forks, snowplows, and snow blowers.

· Maintenance Access: Easy access to the engine, fluids, filters, and other maintenance points for routine serviceability.

· Noise Levels: Must comply with industry standards for noise emissions to ensure a safe working environment.

· These specifications should help ensure that any alternative product considered meets the necessary performance and functional requirements for efficiently supporting snow removal and grounds maintenance tasks.

· Touchscreen monitor with backup camera and advanced joysticks AM/FM radio

Options required:

· BIT, AUGER 18”

· TREE BIT, AUGER 24”

· EXTENSION, AUGER 24”

· AUGER, A41

· FORKS 48"

· SNOW PUSH, (96”) 8-FT SSL RUBBER

· BUCKET-GP, 80” BOCE

All interested firms who can meet the requirements stated above should respond, in writing, INCLUDING ALL THE FOLLOWING:

· Company name.

· Address.

· Point of contact (name/title/telephone number/e-mail address).

· FSS / SEWP Contract number, if applicable.

· SAM Unique ID number.

· Tax ID number.

· Indication of which business category (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business or Other Than Small Business) for which the organization qualifies.

· A capability statement that addresses the organization’s qualifications and ability to provide the requirement depicted above.

· Documentation from manufacturer (i.e. correspondence from manufacturer) of your firm being an authorized distributor for the manufacturer.

Submit responses to the Contracting Officer, Jennifer Mead, at Jennifer.Mead@va.gov no later than 10:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time), 16 December 2025. RFQ - 36C25226Q0142 shall be referenced on all correspondence regarding this announcement.

TELEPHONIC INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The NAICS Code 333924: Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing, is applicable to this acquisition; the size standard is 900 employees. Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications in conjunction with FAR 4.11 required registration in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of a contract. The Government will use responses to this notice to make an appropriate acquisition decision. This is the only notice; no other copies of this notice will be provided.

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