Vancouver VAMC Street Sweeper

Amendment / Modification

This amendment addresses vendor questions related to Solicitation 36C26026Q0469.

• Item 11: Clarifies that the 90-day delivery requirement is not firm, and vendors should indicate an approximate delivery timeframe.

• Item 14: Provides answers to vendor questions regarding:

  • Item Type: Only new items covered by manufacturer's warranty are accepted; refurbished or used sweepers are not.
  • Response Submission: All responses to the RFQ should be emailed to amber.whisenhunt1@va.gov.
  • Delivery: The 90-day delivery requirement is flexible due to potential material lead times. Vendors should provide an estimated delivery timeframe.
  • Operator Training: Training should occur onsite at delivery/before use, with no specific duration or format expectations.
  • Warranty: A minimum one-year warranty is required, preferably two years.
  • Delivery Coordination: Delivery hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM Pacific Time.

• Vendors are reminded to acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The deadline for offers is not extended by this amendment. Offers must be submitted prior to the hour and date specified in the original solicitation or as amended.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for a Tymco Model 435 Sweeper, or an equal product. The government is procuring this sweeper for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Vancouver VA Medical Center.

• The sweeper must be a cabover chassis design for superior visibility and maneuverability.

• It must utilize a regenerative air system for efficient debris collection with minimal dust emissions.

• The sweeper must be designed for municipal and industrial sweeping operations, including curb-to-curb cleaning.

• Chassis & Cab: Cabover configuration, forward-mounted cab, gas-powered engine meeting EPA standards, automatic transmission, ergonomic cab with A/C and heating, minimum GVWR of 19,500 lbs.

• Sweeping System: Regenerative air sweeping technology, minimum 8 ft. sweeping path, dual gutter brooms with hydraulic lift and tilt, minimum 4.0 cubic yards hopper capacity (stainless steel), minimum 60-inch dump height.

• Air & Dust Suppression System: High-efficiency blower, minimum 150-gallon water tank, integrated water spray nozzles.

• Auxiliary Features: Pressure washing capabilities, hand hose with nozzle, quick-connect fittings.

• Operator Features: Full visibility of sweeping components, intuitive control panel, backup alarm and rear-view camera, 7-inch color monitor, touchscreen control interface.

• Safety & Compliance: LED warning lights, reflective markings, meets DOT and ANSI safety standards, OSHA-compliant noise levels.

• Additional Requirements: Documented operator training and maintenance documentation, warranty coverage for chassis and sweeper component.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a solicitation for commercial products.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is required 90 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposal submission deadline: April 7, 2026, at 1700 EDT.

• Questions due: March 31, 2026, at 5 PM Eastern.

• Email questions to: amber.whisenhunt1@va.gov.

• Evaluation criteria: Price, Technical, and Past Performance.

• Offers will be evaluated for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement.

• This acquisition is a Small Business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1250 Employees.

• A responsive quote must include the vendor quote, a signed SF-1449, a completed B.2 Price/Cost Schedule, and a completed Buy American Act certificate (FAR 52.225-2).

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 and 52.212-5 are attached.

• The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.