Compact Track Loader

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY This SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE is for the purpose of Market Research. Response to this notice will be used for information and planning purposes. No proposals or quotes are being requested or accepted with this notice. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS or QUOTES and NO CONTRACT SHALL BE AWARDED FROM THIS NOTICE. This notice shall NOT be construed as solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Responses to this notice is not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 is seeking preferably Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses capable of providing a Compact Track Loader as per the draft Statement of Work below See Statement of Work below for detailed services.The NAICS code is 333112, Lawn & Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing and the Size Standard is 1500 Employees. Responses

must be received by no later than 12:00 p.m. Central Time, Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Responses shall be emailed to angela.kennedy2@va.gov Response shall contain Capabilities Statements to include Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number, and any qualifying certifications that may be required. Facsimile or Telephonic responses will not be accepted. Note: All interested parties are reminded to be registered, active and verified in the following to be considered for Award.SAM: SAM.gov | HomeVETBIZHome · VetBiz Portal (va.gov)Vet 4212 (Veteran owned small Business are reminded of Reporting Requirements)VETS-4212 Federal Contractor Reporting | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)STATEMENT OF WORK1. Contract Title: Compact Track Loader2. Scope: Engineering, Grounds and Maintenance Shop is requesting (1) Compact Track Loader IAW specifications/characteristics in section 5.3. Specifications/Characteristics: Minimum specifications:Right side single boom mast (lift arm)Commercial grade Tier 4F engine requiring no exhaust after treatments, 74 horsepower with dry type dual stage air cleaner, fuel water separator, and variable speed hydraulically driven fan.1000 cold cranking amp battery2,750 lb rated operating capacityHydrostatic 2-speed transmission with smoothride systemFully enclosed cab with heat and air conditioning and left side entry17 inch wide rubber tracksHigh flow hydraulics with 7-way joystick controls and creep speedPowerd quick hitch for changing attachmentsReversing fan to keep debris away from radiator and filtersVinyl air suspension seatForward tilting cab providing access to hydraulic componentsRear door for access to the engine and maintenance check points78 inch Bucket with bolt on cutting edge78 inch, 6 in 1 Multi purpose bucket2 year/2,000 hour warrantyLocal service and parts availabilityCompact Track LoaderEnd of Document