5180--Tools for Veteran Employment

The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring a comprehensive set of specialized tools to enable veteran employment, specifically targeting gunsmithing and automotive mechanic equipment under solicitation 36C10D25Q0083. The procurement encompasses over 25 specialized items including a Series 1 Bridgeport Mill, 14" x 40" Gunsmithing Metal Lathe, Syncrowave 210 TIG/MIG welder, precision measurement tools, and ergonomic accessories, with specific requirements for Grizzly brand automotive mechanic tools. Each tool has been carefully selected to accommodate veterans with disabilities by reducing physical strain and enabling precise metalworking capabilities. The evaluation will be based on technical acceptability and price, with vendors required to submit three-volume quotes consisting of Technical, Price, and Solicitation Documents. Critical deadlines include the quote submission deadline of June 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, with quotes to be submitted via email to afia.monteaperto@va.gov.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, with extra consideration provided to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). The contract period extends from June 10, 2025, to August 9, 2025, with delivery required within 60 days after award. Vendors must quote all tools specified on the attached comprehensive tool list, with no substitutions allowed for the Grizzly brand requirement for automotive tools. The solicitation represents a holistic approach to veteran workplace accommodation and vocational rehabilitation, covering metalworking, welding, measurement, safety equipment, and ergonomic support. No incumbent contractors or specific award values are mentioned in the available documentation, though the extensive nature of the specialized equipment suggests a substantial procurement value.