J024--FY26 1X Services | HR700 Mower Repair | 528A5
Overview
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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) Network Contracting Office 2 (NCO 2) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to sole source a one-time service contract for Jacobson HR700 Lawn Mower Repair to MTE Equipment Solutions, Inc. This action is based on warranty requirements and OEM authorization to ensure the mower's safe and operational condition. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The required services involve a one-time repair of a Jacobson HR700 Lawn Mower. Specific tasks include rebushing four caster pivots, replacing missing spacers and pins, replacing both left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) rub rails and anti-scalp assemblies, replacing the RH deck lock, and rewelding the RH deck outside where the anti-scalp bracket mounts. All work must be performed by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized technician and adhere to OEM standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027
- Place of Performance: Canandaigua Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC), 400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY 14424
- NAICS Code: 811411 – Home and Garden Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- PSC: J024 – Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Tractors
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Published: March 5, 2026
Set-Aside
This procurement is intended as a sole source to MTE Equipment Solutions, Inc.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they can provide the required services may submit a statement of capability. Responses should be emailed to Contracting Specialist Jamie Boyar at jamie.boyar@va.gov by the due date, with the subject line "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - JACOBSON HR700 LAWN MOWER". Capability documentation must demonstrate the prospective contractor's ability and experience. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for any potential award.
Additional Notes
The VA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties responding to this notice. Only written responses from responsible sources will be considered.