9999--760-26-1-162-0032 -Leavenworth CMOP FORKLIFT BATTERY -(VA-26-00023069)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), specifically the NCO 15 Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) Contracting office, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought announcement. The purpose is to identify potential qualified sources for the repair or replacement of Ethium Lithium-Ion Battery Packs for a new Toyota electric forklift at the Shawnee CMOP in Kansas. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this request. Responses are due by June 5, 2026, at 17:00 CDT.
Scope of Work (for potential future procurement)
This requirement involves the shipping and repair/replacement of an Ethium Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (Part #ET36-2480-31). The contractor will be responsible for:
- Removing the battery from the forklift.
- Crating the battery for shipment.
- Arranging transportation to the manufacturer's repair facility (preferably Ethium by Econtrols in San Antonio, TX).
- Reinstalling the battery upon its return.
- Performing preventative maintenance and verifying proper operation of the forklift and Viking charger post-repair.
- Ensuring the forklift is fully functional and operational per manufacturer standards.
- Providing all necessary equipment and qualified personnel, with work preferred to be completed at the Shawnee CMOP site for removal and installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 17:00 CDT
- Published: May 12, 2026
- Place of Performance: Shawnee VA CMOP, 23501 W. 84th St, Shawnee, KS 66227
- Expected Period of Performance (future contract): Not to exceed sixty (60) days from the initial date of award.
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must respond via email to kayla.powers@va.gov by the deadline. Responses must include:
- Company's Point of Contact (Name, Phone Number, Email Address)
- Company's SAM Unique ID Number
- Company's Capability Statement
- An answer to the question: "Can you meet the requirement as described in the attached Statement of Requirements?"
Additional Notes
This Request for Information does not obligate the VA to release a solicitation. REAL-ID compliance is required for entry to the Shawnee CMOP.