2310--EV UTILITY VANS

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the 246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246), has issued a Presolicitation for Electric Utility Vans (EV Utility Vans). This Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement aims to acquire six (6) EV Utility Vans for the Hampton VA Medical Center in Hampton, VA, to support the Engineering team's transportation needs for personnel and materials. Quotes are due by March 19, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.

Scope of Work

This procurement is for six (6) Electric Utility Vans with specific physical and performance characteristics. The vans are intended to transport personnel and equipment for campus projects and work order fulfillment at the Hampton VAHCS. Key requirements include:

• Performance: Max Range (30mi or 55mi optional), Max Speed (25mph), GVWR (3000lbs).
• Dimensions: Ground Clearance (8.5"), LxWxH (155" x 62.5" x 72"), Wheel Base (103").
• Powertrain: 35hp AC Motor, Battery options (Lead Acid or Lithium-ion 72VDC 110-200 AH), Recharge times (7-8 hrs for Lead Acid, 3.5 hrs or 1.6 hrs optional for Lithium).
• Features: Full Doors, High/Low LED Headlights, Turn Signals, Brake Lights, Safety Glass Windshield, Windshield Wiper, Rearview & Side Mirrors, Steel Bumpers, Three-point Safety Belts, Speedometer, Battery Discharge Indicator, Backup Camera, Digital Dash Display, On Board Charger, Battery Filling System, and a Ladder rack.
• Accessories: Line items include a Full Length Aluminum Topper, DC Heater, Wiper Arm Kit, Dash Kit, White Steel Wheels, Front License Plate Mount, Lithium Battery System, Standard Inlet, and Heavy Duty Ladder Rack.
• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term is required; extended warranties are not accepted.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
• NAICS Code: 336320 (Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
• FSC/PSC: 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicles).
• Published Date: March 12, 2026.
• Technical Questions Due: March 17, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.
• Quotes Due: March 19, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.
• Delivery: All items to be delivered after receipt of purchase order to Hampton VAHCS, 100 Emancipation Dr, Bldg. 27 (Warehouse), Hampton, VA 23667.

Submission & Evaluation

• Submission Requirements: Quotes must be emailed to Kenneca.Crump@va.gov. Submissions must include a signed SF 1449, a separate quote breakdown, and Offeror Representations and Certifications.
• Eligibility: Offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM). A Buy American Certificate and authorized distributor documentation must be provided.
• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced offer that meets and/or exceeds technical acceptability, based on Price, Past Performance, and Technical Acceptability.

Key Documents

• EV Specs.pdf: Provides detailed technical specifications for the Electric Utility Van.
• Buy American Certificate.docx: Requires offerors to certify the origin of end products and components in compliance with the Buy American Act (FAR 52.225-2).

Contact Information

• Primary Contact: Kenneca Crump, Contract Specialist
• Email: Kenneca.Crump@va.gov
• Phone: 757-728-7217