J039--MARION VAMC | DOCK LEVELER REPAIRS
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) for dock leveler repair and maintenance services at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. The VA is also interested in other potential sources. Responses are due by 11:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on June 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves:
- Installing a new main cylinder on one warehouse dock leveler (Building 16).
- Inspecting and providing maintenance, including lubrication, to all other parts of the dock levelers.
- Servicing two dock levelers at Building 16 Warehouse and one at the back dock of Building 42.
- Ensuring all systems are fully operational.
Key Requirements
- The contractor must provide all necessary labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, and transportation.
- Any replacement parts require pre-approval from the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
- Work is to be performed during normal working hours (7:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday), excluding Federal holidays, unless otherwise directed.
- Safety requirements include securing tools and equipment and removing debris daily.
- The contractor is responsible for repairing any damage caused to government property.
Period of Performance
Work must be completed within 60 days of the notice to proceed.
Submission Instructions
Interested contractors should email Gregory.McMillan@va.gov by 11:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on June 6, 2026. The email subject line must include the sources sought notice number and title. Responses must include the information requested in the "SOURCES SOUGHT – CONTRACTOR INFORMATION FORM," covering business details, SAM UEI, POC information, business type (size classification), and past performance project ranges.
Important Notes
This is NOT a request for proposals or quotes and is for market research purposes only. Information gathered will be used for acquisition planning, and respondents will not be notified of results or acquisition decisions. The Government is not committed to paying for any costs incurred in response. The NAICS Code is 811310, and the PSC Code is J039.