5450--Loading Dock Extension Package

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 6, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, has issued a Special Notice regarding a sole source contract for a loading dock extension package at the Asheville VA Medical Center in Asheville, North Carolina. The procurement is intended for Leum Engineering and encompasses a complete loading dock extension platform with canopy, dock levelers, stairs, integrated lighting, and associated training and maintenance manuals. This sole source procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), which permits procurement from a single source. While this notice is not a competitive solicitation and no formal solicitation documents are available, the government has opened the opportunity for written responses from any qualified business that believes it can meet the stated requirements.

The objective of this Special Notice is to inform the contracting community of the government's intent to proceed with a sole source acquisition while providing an opportunity for alternative contractors to demonstrate relevant capabilities and past experience. Interested businesses must submit written notice with supporting evidence of their ability to comply with the requirements by 11:00 a.m. EST on November 5th, 2025, via email to Emily.Donahue@va.gov; telephone requests will not be accepted. While responses will be considered by the government, the final determination to compete or proceed with the proposed acquisition remains solely within the government's discretion. The procurement is classified under NAICS Code 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing) for businesses with up to 750 employees. Eligible contractors should possess demonstrated expertise in loading dock systems, structural fabrication, and related installation and training capabilities.