Electric eight (8) Passenger Golf Cart.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 36C25726Q0580, effective May 27, 2026. The primary change is the incorporation of clause FAR 52.222-90, "ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (APR 2026)".

• The solicitation itself (Solicitation Number 36C25726Q0580, dated 05-27-2026) is amended.

• The new clause FAR 52.222-90 is added.

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the hour and date specified for receipt of offers. However, bidders are reminded that they must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified offer receipt time. Failure to do so may result in rejection of their offer. Bidders may change their submitted offers via letter or electronic communication, provided it references the solicitation and amendment and is received before the opening hour and date.

• Definitions: Clarifies terms like "Program participation" and "Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities."

• Contractor Agreement: The Contractor agrees not to engage in racially discriminatory DEI activities, to furnish information and reports as required, and to report any subcontractor noncompliance. The contract may be canceled or terminated for noncompliance.

• Subcontracting: The substance of this clause must be included in subcontracts at any tier, except where the place of delivery or performance is outside the United States.

• Materiality: Compliance with this clause is material to the Government's payment decisions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of two (2) new electric golf carts, specifically "8 Passenger Electric Club Car Golf Carts," for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System, Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center (ALM). The carts are intended for safely transporting Veterans around the VA premises.

• Two (2) electric golf carts, "8 Passenger Electric Club Car Golf Carts."

• Must be "brand name or equal" to CUSHMAN Shuttle 8 elite w/56V Lithium battery.

• Salient characteristics include:

  • Electric operation
  • Battery capacity meter
  • Minimum capacity: 8 people
  • Suitable for all weather conditions
  • Minimum speed: 15 MPH
  • Minimum range: 25-30 miles per charge
  • Must include: Headlights, Taillights, Brake lights, Horn, Split Windshield/Wipers, Seat Belts, Turn Signals, front brush guard, rear view mirror, left and right-side convex mirrors.
  • 1 LED amber strobe on Sun-top
  • Weather enclosure (3 sided)
  • Minimum load capacity: 1,500 lbs.
  • Minimum dimensions: 171.3in x 49.6in x 76.0in.
  • On-board charging
  • 2-year warranty on cart
  • 5-year warranty on battery

• All transportation charges are included in the price.

• Contract type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be firm-fixed-price based on Section B.3.

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 90 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: June 4, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT.

• Submission Method: Email to ivan.torres1@va.gov with "Solicitation 36C25726Q0580" in the subject line.

• Proposal Submission: Must include two volumes: Technical Capability and Price.

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors (Comparative Evaluation).

• Past performance will be reviewed as part of the Contracting Officer's responsibility determination.

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) entities.

• Offerors must be verified/registered in SAM and SBA certification database at the time of offer submission.

• NAICS Code: 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 1000 Employees

• Technical questions due by June 1, 2026.

• Offerors must submit an Authorized Distributor Letter from the OEM; no third-party letters accepted.

• All required documents must be signed.