3438--VOSB Set-aside VRE Equipment as accommodations to maintain Self-Employment.
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 issuing a Presolicitation Notice for welding and fabrication equipment to serve as an accommodation for a Veteran to maintain self-employment in Corcoran, MN. This is a 100% Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) set-aside. Quotes are due by June 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity, Solicitation 36C10D26Q0111, seeks the procurement of commercial-grade welding and fabrication equipment, tools, industrial gas cylinders, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and associated accessories. The equipment must be designed for daily use, constructed with high-strength, heat-resistant materials, and meet industry standards for accuracy, safety (OSHA, ANSI), and ergonomics. All components must function as a cohesive fabrication system.
Key equipment includes a 5HP compressor, mitre band saw, drill press, bench grinder, TIG/MIG welders, various welding consumables (rods, tips, nozzles), gas cylinders (Acetylene, Argon, Oxygen), safety gear (helmets, glasses, FR jackets), and tooling (pipe die sets, tube benders, wrenches, clamps).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR 13), Presolicitation Notice
- Set-Aside: 100% Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 11:00 AM Eastern Time
- Published: May 26, 2026
- Place of Performance: Corcoran, MN (actual address provided at award)
Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated in accordance with RFO 12.203 Evaluations, focusing on Best Value to the Government and fair and reasonable price.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a 100% Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) set-aside. Interested vendors must have active and updated registrations in SAM.gov and SBA.gov, as well as current vendor information with the Financial Service Center (FSC). Award will not be held for non-compliant vendors.
Additional Notes
Immediate or near-immediate delivery is required, along with installation and setup of heavy equipment. Vendors must provide manufacturer warranty documentation, local service/repair capability, technical assistance, and replacement parts availability. A Statement of Work (SOW) detailing specific requirements is attached to the solicitation. A sole source justification is mentioned, referencing Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. for their capability to provide all required equipment locally with support and immediate availability. Questions asked after September 21, 2023, will not be answered (Note: This date appears to be from an older iteration of the opportunity; bidders should refer to the solicitation for current Q&A deadlines if any).