Veteran’s agricultural land-clearing equipment 100% SDVOSB SET ASIDE
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Solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Due Nov 2, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-8), 3 days left.
| Title as posted | 3720--Veteran’s agricultural land-clearing equipment 100% SDVOSB SET ASIDE |
|---|---|
| Solicitation number | 36C10D27Q0009 |
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Office | Veterans Benefits Admin (36C10D) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing (333112) |
| Product or service code | 3720 |
| Posted | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Nov 2, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-8) (3 days left) |
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Description
RFQ questions: there will be no non manufacture waiver. Host machine: Does the veteran currently own or plan to purchase a skid steer or compact track loader? If so, could you provide the make, model, and year?
We need this information to ensure the attachments and machine-specific connections are compatible. 2020 JCB 270 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic connections: The SOW specifies ¾-inch hydraulic quick-connect couplers for the mulching head and ½-inch couplers for the rotary cutter, with both requiring a -inch case drain. Will the veteran's machine support both configurations, or should our quotation include any necessary adapters or additional fittings?
Laser grader: Does the VA require a specific blade width (7', 7.5', or 8'), or are all three acceptable? The SOW provides specifications for each size, and we want to quote the correct configuration. No, it does not require a specific witdth.
2D laser system: Does the veteran already have a compatible rotary laser transmitter and tripod? The transmitter provides the elevation reference needed for automatic laser-guided grading, while the tripod provides a stable mounting platform. If the veteran does not have these components or an equivalent setup, they would need to be included for the system to perform its intended laser-guided functions.
As written, the SOW does not explicitly request these items, so could you clarify whether they should be included? NO, the veteran does not have a Laser, or Tripod. Mulching head: Page 8 specifies 36 double-carbide-tipped teeth, while the specifications table on page 9 lists 30 cutting tools with the smooth rotor.
Could you clarify which configuration is required so we can ensure our quotation meets the VA's specifications? Page 9, refers to the Rotary Cutter. Performance period: What is the required timeframe for delivery, installation, testing, and training following contract award?
Some of the requested equipment has lead times of up to six weeks, and the SOW does not specify a completion deadline. We want to ensure our proposed delivery schedule aligns with the VA's expectations. FLEXIBLE WITH DELIVERY.
If available, could you also provide the hydraulic flow, electrical connection, and coupler specifications to ensure all proposed attachments are fully compatible? All specifications are located on the RFQ, in the statement of work (pages 8-16). The equal we plan to offer matches the 72-inch cutting width, 24 to 45 gpm high flow, 3/4-inch couplers and adjustable push bar, carries 36 carbide tools, and is rated to 4,600 psi.
Its overall width is 96 inches against 85 in the table, and it weighs about 2,360 lb against 3,155. Are overall width and weight salient characteristics, or will an equal that meets the cutting and hydraulic specifications be accepted? An equal that meets all salients will be accepted.
Contracting contact
- Michael J Gamby · Contract Specialist · [email protected]
As published on the official notice. Ask questions in writing and before any questions deadline the notice sets.
Is your business small enough?
For NAICS 333112, a business counts as small if it has no more than 1,500 employees (SBA size standard). This notice is not set aside, but the size decides your small business status on it. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
Notice history
- Oct 19, 2026: Presolicitation Due Oct 26, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-7)
- Oct 19, 2026: Presolicitation Due Nov 2, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-8)
Companies that win this kind of work
Federal contractors paid for lawn and garden tractor and home lawn and garden equipment manufacturing work, who also hold VA contracts (last 12 months): possible competitors, or partners to team with.
- American Material Handling, Inc. $130,821 in this trade
- Discovery Energy, LLC $91,668 in this trade
- Gaithersburg Farmers Supply, Inc. $18,051 in this trade
About the buyer
The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $84.6 billion in contracts in the last 12 months; its biggest suppliers were Optum Public Sector Solutions, Inc., Mckesson Corporation and Triwest Healthcare Alliance Corp. See what VA is buying now.