SAM #36C261-26-AP-4697

VA Central California Health Care System Seeks Police Patrol Bicycles (Code 3 Max Combo by EarthSpirits.NET, INC.)

This opportunity is a market research notice from the VA Central California Health Care System seeking vendors for Police Patrol Bicycles. - Government Buyer: - Veterans Affairs, Department of - Network Contracting Office 21 - VA Central California Health Care System - OEM Highlight: - EarthSpirits.NET, INC. (manufacturer of the specified Code 3 Max Combo Police Patrol Bicycle) - Products Requested: - Police Patrol Bicycles, Code 3 Max Combo model by EarthSpirits.NET, INC. - 17-inch size: 5 units - 19-inch size: 10 units - 21-inch size: 5 units - Key features required: - 1 x 12 Shimano XT drivetrain - Lightweight aluminum frame - Shimano XT rear derailleur and rapid fire shifters - Shimano Deore crankset - Handlebar mounted remote lockout - Disc brakes - 27.5"/650B wheelset with 27.5" x 2.0" tires - Rear rack, rear mounted kickstand, water bottle cage - Lifetime warranty on frame - Headlight and integrated taillight with pursuit lights - Bike helmet and trunk bag - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be the OEM or provide proof of authorized distributor status - Responses will inform the Government's acquisition strategy and potential solicitation

Description

The VHA’s Network Contracting Office 21, on behalf VA Central California Health Care System is conducting this Sources Sought to identify contractors who possess the capabilities to provide the required Police Patrol Bicycles.

As permitted by RFO Part 10, this is a market research tool being utilized for informational and planning purposes. Your responses will assist the Government in the development of its acquisition strategy for a possible Request for Quote (RFQ), to be issued at a later date, and in determining whether any type of small business set-aside is possible for this procurement or whether full and open competitive procedures should be utilized. If full and open competition is ultimately pursued, responses to this synopsis will be used to aid in establishing small business subcontracting goals.

This notice shall not be construed as a RFQ or as any commitment or obligation on the part of the Government to issue a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this request, so quotes will not be considered. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or any follow-up information requests.

Response is strictly voluntary - it is not mandatory to submit a response to this notice to participate in any formal RFQ process that may take place in the future. However, it should be noted that information gathered through this notice may significantly influence our acquisition strategy. All interested parties will be required to respond separately to any solicitations posted as a result of this sources sought notice.

Required Items/Services (or Equal):

17”, 19” and 21” Police Patrol Bicycles

Quantities required by size:

Five (5) - 17"

Ten (10) - 19"

Five (5) - 21"

Bicycle Features or equal

1 x 12 Shimano XT Drivetrain   Lightweight Aluminum Frame Shimano XT Rear Derailleur Shimano XT Rapid Fire Shifters Shimano Deore Crankset Handlebar mounted Remote Lockout Disc Brakes Wheelset 27.5" / 650B 27.5" x 2.0" Tires Includes Rear Rack, Rear Mounted Kickstand, Water Bottle Cage Lifetime Warranty On The Frame Headlight and Integrated Taillight with Pursuit Lights Bike Helmet Trunk Bag

Applicable model/make/catalog number – Code 3 Max Combo

Manufacturer name –  EarthSpirits.NET, INC

Submission Instructions: Responses via email are due no later than 11:00 AM Pacific on July 14th, 2026, to leah.smith@va.gov and must include the information requested below. Responses greater than 10 double-sided pages (including all attachments) will not be considered. Late responses will not be accepted. This is strictly market research and the Government will not entertain any questions.

Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. We appreciate your interest and thank you in advance for responding to the Sources Sought.

Qualified firms shall submit a statement of interest on company letterhead demonstrating the firm’s qualifications to perform the defined work. Responses must be complete and sufficiently detailed to address the specific information. The documentation shall address, at a minimum, the following:

Business Name and Address: Business SAM UEI Number: POC Name, email address and contact number: Business size and Socioeconomic Category: Authorized Distributor Letter(s): Vendor shall either be the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or provide proof of authorized distributor status, on OEM letterhead dated within 18 months of the close of this notice. Availability of products on contract: Please specify if any or all products are available from existing GSA, Federal Supply Schedule, eCAT or VA Contracts. Ability to meet the Governments requirement: Government willing to review all responses from vendors proposing equipment and services equal to the attachment.  Please provide any product information / capability statements.

Please provide all response no later than 11:00 AM Pacific on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

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