Rental & Support Services for Wheeled Loaders w/3yard bucket
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Solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs, for work in Augusta. Due Nov 3, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-5), 4 days left.
| Title as posted | W038--Rental & Support Services for Wheeled Loaders w/3yard bucket |
|---|---|
| Solicitation number | 36C24126Q0815 |
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Office | 241-Network Contract Office 01 (36C241) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Set-aside | Service-disabled veteran-owned |
| Trade (NAICS) | Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490) |
| Product or service code | W038 |
| Place of performance | Augusta |
| Posted | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Nov 3, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-5) (4 days left) |
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Bid documents (3)
- Bid document 42 KB
- FAR 852. -Limitation on Subcontracting 316 KB
- Bid document 44 KB
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Description
Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services Effective Date: 04/18/2025 Revision: 02 Description of Amendment Purpose: This amendment is issued to: (1) respond to vendor questions received regarding solicitation 36C24126Q0815 (2) revise the solicitation title. A. PWS Title Change The solicitation title is hereby changed from: " Rental and Support Services for Wheeled Loaders and Snow Removal Attachments" to: "Rental and Support Services for Wheeled Loaders w/ 3 Yard Bucket"
All references to the solicitation title throughout the solicitation document are revised accordingly. All other terms, including the solicitation number (36C24126Q0815), remain unchanged. B. Responses to Vendor Questions The following questions were submitted by prospective quoters and are answered below for the benefit of all interested parties: Question 1: What is the anticipated rental start date and the estimated number of rental months?
Answer: The anticipated rental start date is November 9, 2026. The rental duration is currently undetermined, as the equipment will be rented on a temporary basis until the Government's equipment is delivered. The rental period could range from one to six months, depending on the delivery timeline.
Question 2: Should vendors provide a monthly rental rate or a total price based on an anticipated rental period? Answer: Vendors should provide a monthly rental rate. Question 3: The solicitation identifies CAT 926 930 wheel loaders.
Would the VA consider comparable wheel loaders from other manufacturers, provided they meet or exceed the specifications outlined in the PWS? Answer: The solicitation specifies that each wheel loader must meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). It does not require a specific manufacturer or brand.
Therefore, comparable wheel loaders from other manufacturers may be considered, provided they meet or exceed all specifications and requirements identified in the PWS. Question 4: Could you clarify which snow removal attachments are required with each loader? Answer: The solicitation has been revised to specify the need for a 3-foot bucket.
Question 5: Are there specific sizes or configurations the VA is requesting? Answer: All specifications are listed in Section 2.1 of the PWS. Question 6: The solicitation references both comparative evaluation and award to the technically acceptable vendor offering the lowest evaluated price.
Could you clarify which evaluation approach will be used? Answer: Award will be made to the technically acceptable vendor offering the lowest evaluated price. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.
This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-04. This solicitation is set-aside for SDVOSB The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 532490, with a small business size standard of $44 Million.
The FSC/PSC is W099. The VA Maine Healthcare System Togus located at 1 VA Center, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide Annual Backflow Inspection and Repair at the Togus Medical Center. All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following: Supplies/Services ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 Rental and Support Services for two (2) Wheeled Loaders and Snow Removal Attachments 1 MTH GRAND TOTAL: Performance Work Statement (PWS) Title: Rental and Support Services for Wheeled Loaders and Snow Removal Attachments Location: VA Maine Healthcare System Togus VAMC Campus Period of Performance: Month to Month Rental 1.0 Scope The contractor shall provide two (2) wheeled loaders for use at the Togus VAMC campus.
The equipment will be used to push and remove snow from parking lots during the winter season. The contractor shall also provide full-service support, including preventive maintenance (PM), repairs, and replacement equipment as needed. 2.0 Equipment Requirements 2.1 Loaders Each loader must meet or exceed the following specifications: Model: CAT 926 CAT 930 Wheeled Loader 27,972 to 31,124lbs Bucket: 3 yard bucket featuring a Fusion coupler Engine: 160 170 hp, Tier 4 Final, turbocharged, 6-cylinder, water-cooled Transmission: Power shift, 4-speed forward/reverse or electronically controlled, hydrostatic continuously variable transmission (CVT) Drive System: Four-wheel drive, wet axle Hydraulics: Load-sensing piston pump, joystick control Cab: ROPS/FOPS certified, heated seat, AC, rear-view camera, LCD panel Tires: 4 liquid-filled tires per loader for added weight 3.0 Performance Requirements 3.1 Delivery and Pickup Contractor shall deliver all equipment to the Togus VAMC campus.
Customer will provide 15 days notice for pickup. Pickup shall occur no later than 15 days from date of customer notice. Delivery and pickup charges shall be itemized in the quote and included in the total contract value.
3.2 Service and Support Requirements The contractor shall provide comprehensive service and support for the duration of the rental period. The following requirements apply: Requirement Details 24/7 Service and Support Required. Contractor must provide 24/7 availability for service calls and breakdowns.
Repair Responsibility All repairs shall be performed by the rental vendor or their authorized servi
The description continues in the official notice.
Contracting contact
- Kenya R Mitchell · Contract Specialist · [email protected] · 860-666-6951
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 532490, a business counts as small if it has no more than $40.0 million in average annual receipts (SBA size standard). This notice is set aside, so only businesses under that size, or in the named program, can bid. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
Notice history
- Oct 27, 2026: Solicitation Due Nov 2, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-5)
Companies that win this kind of work
Federal contractors paid for other commercial and industrial machinery and equipment rental and leasing work, who also hold VA contracts (last 12 months): possible competitors, or partners to team with.
- Olympus America Inc $10.2 million in this trade
- L1 Enterprises Incorporated $3.0 million in this trade
- Trane U.S. Inc. $2.1 million in this trade
- Beacon Point Associates LLC $1.9 million in this trade
- Carefusion Solutions, LLC $1.5 million 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.
Who can bid: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) set-aside
SDVOSB set-asides are for small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, certified by the SBA.
How to get certified: SDVOSB certification guide. All open Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) set-asides.
Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing contracts right now
There are 26 open government contract opportunities in this trade (NAICS 532490), 15 posted in the last 7 days; 69% are set aside for small businesses. The agencies buying the most are Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of the Navy and Department of the Air Force. Most of the work with a stated place is in Washington, Virginia and District of Columbia. A notice in this trade gives a median of 12 days from posting to deadline; this one gives 5 days.
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