6810--Albany VAMC Bulk Road Salt Sources Sought
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), specifically the Albany Stratton VAMC, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified OEM vendors for the purchase of treated bulk road salt. This is for the 2026-2027 winter season, with a base year and four option years, to ensure safety during inclement weather. Statements of capability are due by June 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for treated bulk road salt, specifically granular sodium chloride treated with corrosion-inhibited liquid magnesium chloride (Types 1 and 2). Each load must be free of dirt, fiber, lint, rainwater, trash, or any other foreign matter. While the salt does not need to meet ASTM specification D632-12, it must adhere to the outlined specifications. The estimated annual quantity is 210 tons, though quantities are not guaranteed.
Delivery Requirements
- Product: Treated bulk road salt (granular sodium chloride treated with corrosion inhibited liquid magnesium chloride – Types 1 and 2).
- Quality: Free of dirt, fiber, lint, rainwater, trash, or any other foreign matter.
- Location: 113 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208.
- Timeline: Within 48 hours of each order.
- Increments: Approximately 20-ton increments as requested by the designated site POC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for market research)
- Anticipated Contract Structure: Base year plus four additional option years.
- Estimated Annual Quantity: 210 tons (quantities not guaranteed).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted in business size, but for OEM vendors only.
- Statements of Capability Due: June 8, 2026, by 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Published Date: June 1, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested OEM vendors must provide a statement of capability and acknowledge that they can meet the minimum delivery requirements. This is a market research effort and does not guarantee a future solicitation.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Barry Sawyer, Contracting Specialist, at Barry.Sawyer@va.gov or 585-393-8563.