7830--Furniture_ Supplies and Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration is seeking to procure furniture, supplies, and equipment to support a veteran's self-employment hobby business focused on recreational and social community engagement. The comprehensive procurement includes game tables, 3D printers, display furniture, office equipment, technology devices such as iPads and laptops, printers, TVs, magnifying lamps, and various retail display accessories, with a preference for black/gray coloring. The solicitation is structured as a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered 36C10D25Q0171, requiring quotes to be submitted in three volumes covering technical information, pricing, and solicitation documents. Evaluation criteria include price considerations with additional advantages provided to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses receiving a 10% price evaluation credit and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses receiving a 5% credit. The deadline for quote submissions has been extended to September 12, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT, with electronic submissions required to raymond.tracey@va.gov.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, ensuring participation is limited to qualifying small businesses. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation materials. While specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement involves a single line item for the complete furniture and equipment package. Delivery must be completed within 60 days after receipt of order to the veteran's residential address, with the veteran and VR&E Case Manager responsible for unpacking, assembly, inspection, and installation of all items. The anticipated award/effective date is listed as August 19, 2025, suggesting an expedited procurement timeline once quotes are evaluated and the contract is awarded.