5180--Tools are required for Chapter 31 Veteran

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure a comprehensive set of Snap-On brand automotive mechanic tools for a Chapter 31 Veteran participant through Solicitation #36C10D25Q0062. The procurement includes 115 specialized automotive tools ranging from diagnostic equipment like the TRITON D8 scanner to manufacturer-specific tool sets for Toyota, Honda, and Ford Motors. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 332216 for Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees. Quotes are due by March 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM EDT and must be submitted via email to carol.roth@va.gov. The evaluation criteria will be Technical and Price, weighted equally, with additional preference points for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) receiving a 10% price evaluation advantage and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) receiving a 5% preference.

The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside with no specific incumbent contractor identified. The contract period of performance spans from March 24, 2025, to May 23, 2025, with a delivery requirement of 60 days after award. All tools must be delivered to Coatesville, Pennsylvania, with signature confirmation required upon delivery. While specific pricing details are not disclosed in the publicly available documents, the comprehensive tool list suggests a significant investment in professional-grade automotive service equipment. The procurement is specifically designed to support a Chapter 31 Veteran in maintaining employment by providing the precise toolset required by their employer. The solicitation emphasizes Snap-On as the sole acceptable tool manufacturer, indicating a strict specification for tool quality and brand consistency.