P03_ SSJ FULLY_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Single Source Award document from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a procurement exceeding the Micro-Purchase Threshold but not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, under Acquisition Plan Action ID 36C241-26-AP-3851.

The Network Contracting Office 1, Regional Procurement Office East, is procuring on behalf of Manchester VA Medical Center's Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN) 1. The acquisition involves purchasing one Bobcat S86 T4 Skid Steer Loader and one Bobcat UW56 Utility Work Machine for the facility's Grounds Department. The Bobcat S86 T4 provides 105 HP Tier 4 performance with advanced hydraulic capability, deluxe HVAC cab, and required attachments including an 80" heavy-duty bucket and cutting edge. The Bobcat UW56 offers all-wheel steering, enclosed HVAC cab, high-flow hydraulics, and mission-critical attachments such as a snow blower, 68" bucket, and beacon kit for year-round grounds operations and snow management. The justification establishes that the Bobcat UW56 is uniquely capable as the only UTV-type platform providing a multi-attachment skid steer adapter on the front while retaining a functional cargo bed, enabling dual-role functions unavailable from competitors. Manchester VAMC already owns Bobcat S850 and 5600 equipment with extensive compatible inventory and specialized attachments accumulated over years of operation. Market research confirmed multiple Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) distributors are available under NAICS 333120, meeting the Small Business Nonmanufacturer Rule, and an SDVOSB set-aside for this acquisition is recommended. Pricing for the Bobcat S86 is $84,887.69 and the Bobcat UW56 is $84,842.42 through authorized GSA vendors. The Contracting Officer, Phillip Crockett from NCO 1/RPO EAST, certified the justification as accurate and complete on August 27, 2026.