2310--Vantage Panel Van

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government. This notice is intended strictly for Market Research. This is a Request for Information only. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations.

DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued only for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION

This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a sources sought synopsis only. This synopsis aims to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 336211. Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After a review of the responses to this source sought synopsis, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this source sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 17 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide 4x2 Utility Panel Van for the VA Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System.

The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications.

If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought-out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include the company name, address, point of contact, and size of business pursuant to the following questions:

(1) Is your business a: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.?

(2) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?

(3) Are you the manufacturer or a distributor of the items being researched above?

(4) If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above, do you alter; assemble; or modify; the items requested in any way?

(5) If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; or modified.

(6) Does your company have FSS GSA/NASA SEWP/NAC or any other federal contract? If so, please provide the contract number.

(7) If you are an FSS GSA/NASA SEWP/NAC or federal contract holder, are the items you are providing information for available on your schedule/contract?

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Carolina.Ramirez@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than 8 AM CST. July 19, 2024. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this source sought. Responses to this source s sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Please reference 36C25724Q0832.

See below schedule and SOW.

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

QUANTITY

UNIT

UNIT PRICE

AMOUNT

0001

1.00

EA

2024 Primo 4x2 Panel Van

0002

1.00

EA

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The contractor shall be responsible for providing a 2024 Vantage Primo 4x2 all-terrain panel van to the Waco VA facility for the Pharmacy Procurement Department. Panel Van should be shipped to the Central Texas Veterans Health Care Facility at 4800 Veterans Memorial Drive, Waco, Texas, 76711. All- Terrain Low Speed Panel Van will be used for Pharmacy for transportation of medications in and around campus.

Project Requirements

New Equipment: 2024 Vantage Primo 4x2 Panel Van V2XS-AT

Contractor shall provide and deliver 2024 Vantage Primo all-terrain 4x2 panel van with the following characteristics:

Engine

Inline 4-Cylinder, SOHC/MPI

Displacement (c.c.) - 1488

Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline

Max. Horse Power (hp/rpm) 90 / 5500

Max Torque (ft.lbs/rpm) 92.6 / 2700

Chassis

Suspension/Front Rear Coil Spring (Front) Leaf Spring (Rear)

Tires 165R 13

Fuel Tank Capacity (l)/(gallon) 48 / 12.7

Min. Turning Radius (m) 4.8

Exterior

White or Black Body

Steering Wheel Standard

Front Bumper with Fog Lamp

Rear window with Wiper

Bumper Color / body color

Door Mirror Color black

LED Headlights

Interior

Heater

Air Conditioner

Seat Material Vinyl

Cupholder

Floor Mats

Stereo/Radio

Drivetrain

2 Wheel Rear Drive (2WD)

Transmission type 4 Speed Automatic

Dashboard

Tachometer Standard

Central Information Display Standard

Low-Fuel Warning Lamp Standard

Safety

Front/Rear Brakes Front Disc/Rear Drum

Impact Beams Standard

3 Point ELR Seatbelts Yes (on first and second row)

Function

Front Power Window Standard

Central Door Lock Standard

Stability Control Standard

Traction Control Standard

ABS System Standard

Daytime Running Lights Standard

Headlight Aim Adjustment for Load Standard

Hill Assist Braking Standard

Power Steering Wheel Standard

Fuel Lid Opener Standard

Front AC/Heater Standard

Rear AC Standard

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Points of Contact:

Point of Contact (POC):

Cynthia Surber, Administrative Officer/COR Pharmacy Service, 254-743-0250, Cynthia.Surber@VA.gov

Alterative POC:

Jody Bartlett, Chief, Pharmacy Service, 254-743-0539,

Jody.Bartlett2@VA.gov

Stephen Melde, Associate Chief Pharmacy Service, 254-743- 0862, Stephen.Melde@VA.gov

Delivery Information:

Coordinate with VA COR for delivery dates. See information below:

Government Holidays:

The Government hereby provides notice and Contractor hereby acknowledges receipt that Government personnel observe the listed days as holidays:

New Year's Day January 1st

Martin Luther King's Birthday Third Monday in January Washington s Birthday Third Monday in February

Memorial Day Last Monday in May

Juneteenth June 19th

Independence Day July 4th

Labor Day First Monday in September

Columbus Day Second Monday in October

Veterans Day November 11th

Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November

Christmas December 25th

In addition to the days designated as holidays, the Government observes the following days:

Any other day designated by Federal Statute

Any other day designated by Executive Order

Any other day designated by the President s Proclamation

It is understood and agreed between the Government and the Contractor that observance of such days by Government personnel shall not otherwise be a reason for an additional period of performance, or entitlement of compensation. In the event the Contractor's personnel work during the holiday, they may be reimbursed by the Contractor, however, no form of holiday or other premium compensation will be reimbursed either as a direct or indirect cost, other than their normal compensation for the time worked.

Submit the proper documentation and reports to receive payment on this service. See information below:

Invoices and Payment

Payment to be made monthly, in arrears, following satisfactory performance by Contractor s personnel and upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice.

Contractor shall be required to invoice through the Tungsten System at http://www.tungsten-network.com/us/en/veterans-affairs/. Additional information regarding Tungsten shall be provided upon award.

The contract shall have current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) for this solicitation; URL: www.sam.gov.

The invoice MUST be itemized to include the following information. Any information listed below, and not provided on an invoice, will render that invoice incomplete and the invoice will be returned for immediate correction.

Time period being invoiced for.

Description of services performed.

Unit Cost billed.

Extended amount due.

Invoice number, date

Contract and obligation numbers.

Other Considerations

The contractor shall be responsible for the verification of all equipment contained in contract are correct when delivered.

It is the contractor s responsibility to provide adequate documentation verifying that any equipment and/or materials proposed will meet or exceed all federal government requirements and USA made.

Majority of the delivers shall be performed during normal working hours unless other wised noted by the POC. Normal working hours are 8:00 am 4:15 pm, Monday Friday.

Delivery drivers will be required to provide and wear their own facemask while on site if necessary.

VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

Codes and Standards

The project shall be in accordance with the latest Uniform Building Code (UBC), National Fire Protection Associate (NFPA) standard, Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard (UFAS), VA Specifications and Standards, and local facility requirements. In the event there is a conflict between any of the standards/codes, the more stringent standard/code shall apply.

The contractor shall provide all applicable safety signage and barricades applicable to OSHA, VHA and DOD regulations. Contractor shall comply with VHA DIRECTIVE 2004-012 and all VA Center Policy Memorandums, including but not limited to the following:

Protection of patients, visitors, and employees from traumatic injury, as well as occupational and facility associated infections.

Compliance with OSHA and State construction safety regulations. Construction contracts require that the general contractor s on-site competent person have completed the OSHA 30-hour construction worker course and that all other general and sub-contractor s workers have completed the OSHA 10-hour construction worker course or other relevant competency

training. The determination for training is based on the project hazards and complexity, State and Federal regulations and VA requirements. Verification of completion of training will be required prior to performing work.

Compliance with EPA and State environmental regulations.