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Disclaimer
This is a Sources Sought notice only. This is not a request for quotes and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. The Government will not provide any reimbursement for responses submitted in response to this Source Sought notice. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.
If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interest parties must response to that solicitation announcement separately. Responses to this notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.
Description
The purpose of this announcement is to perform market research to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 333519, with a size standard of 500 employees.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to identify any vendor capable of providing Brand Name or Equal Tools/Equipment to include delivery to Shelbina, MO area per the included equipment list below. This Sources Sought notice provides an opportunity for respondents to submit their capability and availability to provide the requirement described below. Vendors are encouraged to submit information relative to their capabilities to fulfill this requirement, in the form of a statement that addresses the specific requirement identified in this Sources Sought notice. Information received from this Sources Sought Notice shall be utilized to facilitate the Contracting Officer s review of the market base, for acquisition planning, size determination, and procurement strategy.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to provide the requested tools/equipment are invited to submit a response to this Sources Sought Notice by 10:00AM EST on 01 April, 2024.
All responses under this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed to Thomas.Landers@va.gov with RFI Response 36C10D24Q0102 Tool/Equipment in the subject line. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.
Interested parties should complete the attached Sources Sought Worksheet. Parties may submit additional information related to their capabilities, provided it contains all the requirements contained in the Sources Sought Worksheet. Responses to this Sources Sought shall not exceed 8 pages. In addition, all submission should be provided electronically as an Adobe PDF (.pdf) or Microsoft Word (.docx) attachment.

Attachment 1
Sources Sought Worksheet
QUALIFICATION INFORMATION:
Company / Institute Name: _______________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________
Point of Contact: _______________________________________________________________
E-mail Address: ________________________________________________________________
Do you manufacture the requested Items: (Y / N)
Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) #:Â ___________________________________________________
CAGE Code: __________________________________________________________________
SAM Registered: (Y / N)
Other available contract vehicles applicable to this sources sought (GSA/FSS/NASA SEWP/ETC): __________________________________________________________________
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SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS:
VIP Verified SDVOSB: (Y / N)
VIP Verified VOSB: (Y / N)
8(a): (Y / N)
HUBZone: (Y / N)
Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business: (Y / N)
Women-Owned Small Business: (Y / N)
Small Business: (Y / N)

NOTE: Respondent claiming SDVOSB and VOSB status shall be Registered and Certified in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database located at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/
BASED ON THE RESPONSES TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE/MARKET RESEARCH, THIS REQUIREMENT MAY BE SET-ASIDE FOR SDVOSB, VOSB, SMALL BUSINESSES OR PROCURED THROUGH FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION.
CAPABILITY STATEMENT:
Provide a brief capability and interest in providing the tools/equipment as listed in Attachment 2 (Equipment List) with enough information to determine if your company can meet the requirement. The capabilities statement for this Sources Sought is not a Request for Quotation, Request for Proposal, or Invitation for Bid, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach, but rather the Government is requesting a short statement regarding the company s ability to provide the services outlined in the (equipment list). Any commercial brochures or currently existing marketing material may also be submitted with the capabilities statement. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.
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Attachment 2

Brand Name or Equal, with Salient Characteristics

Plasma Cutter
Brand Name: Hypertherm Powermax45 XP Plasma Cutter (Part No. 088112)
Input Power: 200-240 V, Single Phase CSA
Rated Output Voltage: 145V DC
Output Current: 10-45 A
Power Supply Type: Inverter IGBT
Maximum Cutting Thickness: 0.875 in
Maximum Severance: 1.125 in
Maximum Pierce: 0.5 in
Typical Gouge: 7.5 lbs per hour
Maximum Dimensions: 17.4 in x 6.8 in x 14.1 in
Weight: 31lbs
Gases: Air, Nitrogen, F5, Argon
Minimum Accessories Included:
75 Degree Hand Torch with 20 ft Cable
Work Leads
Consumables Kit

CNC Plasma Table
Brand Name: Langmuir Crossfire-XR (Part No. Crossfire-XR)
Input Power: 110 AC, 20A
Cutting Area: 96 in x 48 in x 2.5 in
Water Table: 65 gallon
Torch Height Control: Automatic
Max Cut Speed: 400 IPM
Weight Capacity: 1 in Plate
Machine Weight: 750 lbs
Max Machine Footprint: 5.2 ft x 9.0 ft (6.6 ft x 11.3 w/ Mounted Touchscreen)
Motion Accuracy: 0.002 in per ft
Step Resolution: 0.0007 in
Control Computer: Dedicated Windows 10 Control PC w/ 21.5 in HD Touchscreen
CNC Plasma Cutter
Brand Name: Razorweld Razor Cut 45 (Part No. JRWPC45LT) with Plasmadyn X45 Machine Torch (Part No. X45)
Input Power: 240V, Single Phase
Output Current Range: 20-45 A
Rated Output: 98 V
imax (A): 29.2
ieff (A): 15
Air Flow Pressure: 75 psi
Air Flow Rate: 189 l/pm
Cutting Thickness Clean: 1 in
Cutting Thickness Severance: .78 in
Max Dimensions: 16.14 in x 6.5in x 12.9 in
Minimum Accessories: Machine Torch w/ 25 ft cable, must be compatible with CNC Plasma Table

50 Ton Forge Press
Brand Name: Big Blu Hammer 50 Ton Press (Part No. 4494501)
Input Power: 220 V Single Phase, 30-Amp with 10 Power Cord, NEMA 6-50 Plug
Duty Cycle: 100%
Coolant Tank: 15 gal
Hydraulic Oil: ISO 46
Press Speed: 1.5-1.7 in per second
Working Area: 12 in x 8 in
Limit Switch Accuracy: 1/50,000 of an inch
Max Machine Dimensions: 69.5 in x 33.5 in x 46.5 in

Vertical/Horizontal Grinder
Brand Name: Wuertz Machine Works TW90 (Part No. TW90)
Input Power: 220 V, Single Phase
Motor: 1.5-2HP Variable Speed/Variable Frequency Drive
Contact Wheel: 8 in
Tool Rest: Quick Change Tool Rest
Platten: 2 in x 10 in with 2 in x 2 in idler wheels
Max Dimensions: 25 in x 25 in x 28 in

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