8457--Sources Sought Jewelry for Self Employment Plan
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 to perform market research for the "Jewelry for Self-Employment Plan" requirement. The VA aims to determine the feasibility of a small business set-aside, with a strong emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) concerns. This initiative seeks to procure various jewelry items. Responses are due by May 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the procurement of a diverse range of jewelry items and related accessories, including:
- Laserable PU Mixed Color Magnetic Bookmarks
- PU Leather Keychain Holders for Apple Airtags
- PU Keychain Holders with Sublimation Aluminum Sheets
- Dark Green Wooden Jewelry Stands, Velvet Necklace Organizers, and Multi Necklace Display Stands
- Dark Green Velvet Ring & Necklace Trays
- Various Pendants (Heart-Shaped, Oval, Rectangle Lettering, Stainless Steel Bar, Round Tag, Embossed Square)
- Stainless Steel Chains (Silver and Gold), Hoop Necklaces, Spinner Pendant Necklaces, Rounded Rectangle Pendants, Vertical Bar Necklaces, Hidden Message Necklaces, and Military Pendant Necklaces
- Rotating Display Stands (Black and White variants)
Contract Details
- NAICS Code: 339910 (Jewelry Stores)
- Size Standard: 700 employees
- Applicable Regulations: The Buy American Act will apply, along with FAR Clause 52.225-1 (Buy American-Supplies) and FAR Provision 52.225-2 (Buy American Certificate).
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is market research to assess the potential for a small business set-aside, prioritizing SDVOSB/VOSB. For SDVOSB/VOSB set-asides, FAR Clause 52.219-33 (Nonmanufacturer Rule) is typically required. However, if a general Small Business Set Aside is pursued, FAR 52.219-33 will not apply, and a SDVOSB/VOSB Preferential Evaluation Factor will be used. Certified SDVOSB/VOSB businesses are encouraged to respond, even if they may not qualify under the Nonmanufacturer Rule.
Submission & Contact
Interested parties should respond to indicate their interest in quoting and specify their business size standard.
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- Point of Contact: Afia Monteaperto, Contract Specialist
- Email: Afia.Monteaperto@va.gov
- Phone: 848-377-5187 This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.