SAM #36C10D26Q0087

VA Seeks Electric Button Making Machine (Tecre Model 152 or Equal) and Supplies

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), is seeking sources for an Electric Button Making Machine and related hardware to support its operations in Washington, DC. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, Acquisition Directorate - OEMs and Vendors: - Tecre (referenced as the OEM for the button making machine, Model 152) - Products/Services Requested: - Electric Button Making Machine (Tecre Model 152 or equivalent) - 2x2 Die Set for the button making machine - Consumables/components to produce 30,000 2x2 magnet buttons - Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal procurement (Tecre Model 152 is the reference standard) - Buy American Act compliance required (FAR Clause 52.225-1 and Provision 52.225-2) - Small business participation emphasized, especially SDVOSB and VOSB - NAICS code 339910 (Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing) - If set aside for SDVOSB, Nonmanufacturer Rule (FAR 52.219-33) applies - Place of Performance: - Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration Acquisition Division, 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Description

This is a Sources Sought for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This announcement is in support of market research to determine whether a small business set aside, with an emphasis on SDVOSB/VOSB (Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business/Veteran Owned Small Business) Small Businesses (SB), can be solicited. Below is some key information: Title: Electric Button Making Machine and associated hardware (2 X2 Die Set) and consumables (Components for 30,000 2 X2 Magnet Buttons). Specifications: Brandname or Equal Specifications Brandname or Equal Standard: Manufacturer: Tecre Model: 152 Manufacturer website: https://www.tecre.com/catalog/button-maker-machine/100 The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339910 and the size standard is 700 employees. Key Point: The Buy American Act will apply to this requirement along with FAR Clause 52.225-1 (Buy American-Supplies) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_1) and FAR Provision 52.225-2 (Buy American Certificate) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_2). SDVOSB/VOSB: When conducting a SDVOSB Set Aside, any offeror needs to comply with FAR Clause 52.219-33 (Nonmanufacturer Rule) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_219_33).   Please respond if interested in quoting and indicate your business size standard. Any certified SDVOSB/VOSB s that may not qualify under FAR 52.219-33, please indicate whether you would still be interested in participating in a SB Set Aside. Note: If a SB Set Aside is pursued, FAR 52.219-33 will not apply and a SDVOSB/VOSB Preferential Evaluation Factor will be used.

POC: Robert R. Mulheran Phone: 612-970-5621 Email: Robert.Mulheran@va.gov

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