3210--Sources Sought Notice Wood Working Tools
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) is conducting a Sources Sought notice (Notice ID: 896808bd788c40c2ae2d8773550f821f) to identify qualified sources for Wood Working Tools and Equipment in the Virginia 24476-2145 area. This market research aims to gather information on vendor capabilities and size classifications under NAICS 332216 (Wood Working Tool Manufacturing, 750-employee size standard). Responses are due by March 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks information from vendors capable of providing specific brand-name or equal woodworking tools and equipment. The draft equipment list includes items such as Sawmills (e.g., Woodland Mills HM130MAX-Ultimate), Miter Saws (e.g., Bosch GCM12SD), Drill Presses (e.g., JET 17" Floor Drill Press), Drum Sanders (e.g., SUPERMAX 25-50), Table Saws (e.g., SAWSTOP 3 HP Professional Cabinet Saw), Planers (e.g., POWERMATIC 20" Planer), Band Saws (e.g., JET 14" Steel Frame Bandsaw), Belt and Disk Sanders (e.g., JET 6" x 48"), Jointers (e.g., POWERMATIC 8" Jointer), Personal HEPA clean air filter systems (e.g., MANILA, S.R.O. CleanAir HEPA), Personal Laptop Computers, and Printers. Vendors should indicate intent to offer brand-name or provide product details for equal items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Notice ID: 896808bd788c40c2ae2d8773550f821f
- NAICS: 332216 (Wood Working Tool Manufacturing), size standard 750 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research will inform potential set-asides (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business) or full and open competition.
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: February 26, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit responses via email to Joshua.Gallien@va.gov with "36C10D26Q0035, Wood Working" in the subject line. Responses must complete the attached "Sources Sought Worksheet" and may include additional capability information. Submissions should not exceed 8 pages and must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice only and not a request for quotes or proposals. No contract will be awarded from this announcement, and no reimbursement will be provided for responses. The information gathered will facilitate the Contracting Officer's review of the market base, acquisition planning, size determination, and procurement strategy. If a solicitation is issued, it will be announced separately, and interested parties must respond to that announcement.