J023--DUV-5 Paint & Body Repairs Office of Emergency Management

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, specifically Veterans Integrated Service Network 5, has issued a Special Notice announcing a sole-source contract opportunity for paint and body repairs of a Dual Use Vehicle (DUV) for the Office of Emergency Management at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center. The notice, identified by Solicitation No. 36C24525Q0393, is being posted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.2 for synopsis of proposed contract actions. The contract is specifically targeted at Emergency Vehicle Specialist, a company deemed uniquely qualified due to their specialized equipment and proximity to the VA Medical Center. The vehicle in question is a 36-foot long by 13.6-foot high DUV that requires comprehensive repair and preparation for the May 2025 National Golden Age Games in Memphis, Tennessee.

The primary objective of this contract is to provide comprehensive repair services for the DUV, including body restoration, paint work, and graphics wrap installation. The solicitation is structured as a firm fixed-price contract with a performance period from April 6, 2025, through August 31, 2025. Contractors must be prepared to address specific repair requirements such as straightening bumpers, treating surface corrosion, repairing wheelchair lift doors, and removing existing signage. The contract will be awarded under FAR 6.302-1 sole source authority, with Emergency Vehicle Specialist selected based on their unique qualifications, including specialized equipment like an aluminum bending break and a paint booth large enough to accommodate the vehicle. The solicitation response is due by April 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, with Contracting Officer Cassie White serving as the primary point of contact for any additional information or inquiries.