2310--Two Specialized Adapted Vehicles for Driver Rehabilitation Program

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Brand Name or Equal Worksheet ('Salient Characteristics')", outlines the essential physical, functional, and performance characteristics for a "2026 Toyota Camry XLE+ Grey" vehicle. It serves as a reference for defining the required specifications for a potential procurement, likely for adaptive driving equipment and vehicle modifications.

Vehicle Characteristics:

• Interior: High-quality leather upholstery, wood trim, soft-touch materials.
• Technology: Large touchscreen infotainment, smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto), navigation, premium sound system.
• Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (or newer) including adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring.
• Comfort: Power-adjustable/heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, keyless entry/start.
• Ride: Enhanced suspension tuning for comfort.
• Powertrain: Standard four-cylinder engine or optional V6, possibly hybrid.
• Display: Head-Up Display.
• Driver Assist: Lane tracing assist, road sign assist.

Adaptive Driving Equipment Modifications:

• SureGrip: Electronic/mechanical hand or foot controls for acceleration/braking, adjustable for hand size/strength, with safety features to prevent accidental acceleration.
• Foot Control: Adapted foot pedals (e.g., left-foot accelerator), adjustable height/angle, optimized for safe operation.
• Spinner Knobs: Steering wheel-mounted knobs for drivers with limited upper body strength, strategically placed for optimal leverage and control.

Additional Considerations for VA Training/Testing:

• Instructor Override: Option for instructors to temporarily override controls in emergencies.
• Durability: All adaptive equipment must be highly durable for frequent use.
• Compliance: Modifications must meet NHTSA and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).

This document details the specific features and adaptive equipment required for a vehicle. Bidders should use this as a basis for understanding the technical specifications and capabilities needed to fulfill the opportunity. The "Salient Characteristics" define the minimum acceptable features for a "Brand Name or Equal" vehicle, guiding proposal development and ensuring compliance with safety and functional requirements for veteran driver training.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Brand Name or Equal Worksheet ('Salient Characteristics')", outlines the essential physical, functional, and performance characteristics for a specific vehicle, the 2026 Toyota Camry XLE+ White. It serves as a reference for defining the required specifications for a vehicle procurement, likely for adaptive driving training and testing purposes.

• Vehicle: 2026 Toyota Camry XLE+ White
• Essential Characteristics:
  • Luxurious Interior (leather upholstery, wood trim)
  • Advanced Technology (infotainment system, smartphone integration, navigation, premium sound)
  • Comprehensive Safety Suite (Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 or newer, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring)
  • Comfort & Convenience (power-adjustable/heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, keyless entry/start)
  • Smooth Ride Quality (enhanced suspension)
  • Efficient Powertrain (four-cylinder or optional V6/hybrid)
  • Head-Up Display
  • Advanced Driver Assist Features (lane tracing, road sign assist)
• Adaptive Driving Equipment Modifications:
  • SureGrip (electronic/mechanical hand or foot controls for acceleration/braking, adjustable, safety features)
  • Foot Control (adapted foot pedals, adjustable, optimized placement)
  • Spinner Knobs (steering wheel-mounted, for limited upper body strength/mobility, secure attachment)
• Additional Considerations for VA Training/Testing:
  • Instructor Override option
  • High Durability requirements for adaptive equipment
  • Compliance with NHTSA and FMVSS standards

This document details the specific features and adaptive equipment required for the vehicle. Bidders must ensure their proposed vehicles meet or exceed these "salient characteristics" and adaptive equipment specifications. The "Purpose" section clarifies that the vehicle is intended for VA Drivers Rehab instructors to evaluate and train veterans for safe driving, highlighting the critical need for safety, functionality, and adaptability in the proposed solution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 is seeking information for an upcoming procurement to purchase two (2) specialized adapted vehicles for a Driver Rehabilitation Program. This notice serves as a Request for Information (RFI) to assess market capability and acquisition strategy.

The procurement involves two specialized adapted vehicles, detailed in attached "Salient Characteristics Attachment Vehicle 1 - 2026 Toyota Camry White" and "Salient Characteristics Attachment Vehicle 2 - 2026 Toyota Camry Grey." Specific items include the vehicles themselves (2026 Toyota Camry XLE), estimated DMV and documentation fees, smog certificates, and various adaptive driving equipment modifications such as FeatherLite electronics, left foot accelerators, spinner knobs, toggle switches, instructor brakes/accelerators, and installation labor.

The government anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract.

Interested contractors must provide supporting evidence via email to derek.brown7@va.gov by June 12, 2026, at 3:00 pm PST. The email subject line must include "RFI no. 36C26126Q0765". Responses should include company name, UEI, POC information, business size and socioeconomic status, informal estimates, contract vehicle information (if applicable), and a statement of capability.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336110 (Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing) with an SBA size standard of 1,500 employees. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicle). No set-aside determination has been made; the government is gathering information for acquisition planning and socioeconomic decisions. Contractors must have an active SAM.gov vendor record and no active exclusions.

The government anticipates issuing a solicitation on or about July 1, 2026, which will be posted on SAM.gov or GSA eBuy!. Telephone requests for information will not be accepted. The award will be made to the responsible contractor whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors.