2320--Grapple Truck
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), has issued a Solicitation (36C24826Q0329) for the purchase of one Grapple Truck for the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center EMS Grounds in Bay Pines, FL. This acquisition aims to enhance efficiency and timeliness in clearing downed trees and limbs after severe weather events, as well as for routine tree trimming and conservancy path clearing. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Responses are due March 2, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) 2026 Track Truck Grapple Loader (Brand Name or Equal) to pick up debris, including very large fallen trees and hefty quantities of debris. This will prevent delays and the need for emergency procurements experienced in the past. Key specifications include:
- Grapple Truck: TL-2 Lightning Loader Grapple Truck (or equal) with a minimum 20 ft boom reach (including 4 ft telescoping extension), minimum 3200 lbs. lift capacity when fully extended, minimum 20 cubic yards capacity, minimum 23 tons dump body hoist capacity, ANSI Z245 compliance, automatic transmission, and dual joysticks.
- Chassis: 2025 International MV607 with A2000 transmission, diesel fuel, and air brakes.
- Body: 2026 HDX 1717 Body in PI Black with a single door.
- Motor: Kohler ECH980 38 HP Gas Motor (or equal), gasoline fuel.
- Cutter Wheel: Belt-driven with eight (8) Greenteeth, minimum 18 in. diameter and 0.5 in. thick.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 36C24826Q0329
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 2320 (Trucks And Truck Tractors, Wheeled)
- NAICS Code: 333924
- Place of Performance: C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, FL 33744, USA
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 14:00 Eastern Time
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
Additional Notes
For inquiries, contact Michael A Shook, Contract Specialist, at Michael.Shook@va.gov or 813-972-2000 Ext 2819.