SAM #36C26226Q0891

VA Market Research for GEM e4 or Equivalent Electric Vehicle for Long Beach Healthcare System

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, is conducting market research for the procurement of an eco-friendly electric vehicle for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22) - VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Occupational Safety & Emergency Management Service - OEMs and Vendors: - GEM (Global Electric Motorcars) is the referenced OEM for the e4 electric vehicle - Only OEM-authorized dealers are eligible; gray market items are prohibited - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) GEM e4 4-Passenger On-Road Low Speed Electric Vehicle (LSV), or equal - Compliant with FMVSS 500 - Key features: white body panels and doors, panoramic sky roof with solar panel, LED headlights, rugged bumpers, DOT tires with diamond tread, 16" black diamond sport wheels, 6.5 kW motor, 16 kW Li-Ion battery, 4.4 kW fast charger, front and rear windshield defrost with washer, beacon light, GEM S-Box with sides and bed, sun visors, black performance seats, fixed or tilt steering with EPS, heating and fan system, standard dash - Part numbers referenced: GEM e4, 496525 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vehicle must be new and fully assembled - Must be delivered to the VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Tibor Rubin Medical Center - Only OEM-authorized dealers may respond; no gray market or refurbished items - Emphasis on eco-friendly, on-road, low-speed vehicle for facility transportation - Market research is focused on small business and veteran-owned small business participation - Place of Performance/Delivery: - VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Tibor Rubin Medical Center, 5901 East Seventh Street, Long Beach, CA 90822-5201 - OSEMS Bldg. 149 (on campus)

Description

This Source Sought Notice (SSN) is issued for market information and planning for future acquisition in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e). Responses to notice 36C26226Q0891 will improve the understanding of the Government s requirement and industry capabilities. It will enhance the Government s ability to obtain quality supplies and allow for potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government s requirement. This is not a solicitation announcement. Responses to this notice cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Information received shall be safeguarded adequately from unauthorized disclosure. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22) is seeking sources that can provide Brand name or Equal to GEM E4 small electric vehicle IAW attached SSN 36C26226Q0891, SOW, and Salient Characteristics. Reference attachments for details. Inquiries shall be submitted via email to Anthony.delacruz@va.gov. Please Reference SSN 36C26226Q0891 in subject email. Thank you for your interest in fulfilling the Governments requirement. Additional Links:VA Long Beach Healthcare System

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