J039--Dock Levelers Replacement

SOL #: 36C24726Q0191Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs, Department Of

247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)

AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, United States

Place of Performance

Decatur, Illinois

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Materials Handling Equipment (J039)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e8bc774d7b334b998d1221fc2c59d551/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 6, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 27, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jan 28, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 7, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of warehouse dock levelers at the Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, GA. This requirement, identified by PSC J039 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Materials Handling Equipment), addresses operational and safety issues with existing hydraulic pit levelers. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due January 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The project involves the removal of two existing hydraulic pit levelers (docks 4 and 5) and the installation of two new Power Ramp Hydraulic Pit Levelers with barrier lips. Additionally, the contractor will install Trailer Restraints and Power Ramp Trailer Restraint Wheel Chocks, along with six new 10-inch clear opening manual lift gates at all dock positions. Key technical specifications for the new dock levelers include a nominal size of 6' W x 8' L, a 35,000-pound capacity, a 3" Rear Filler, 24" Pit Conversion, steel-faced bumper, barrier lip, emergency stop button, and interlocking systems.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
Period of Performance: To be determined, with a base period initially noted as 01-06-2026 to 01-19-2026 (subject to change with extended response date).
Place of Performance: Atlanta VA Medical Center – Warehouse Dock, 1670 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033.
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except agricultural) Repair and Maintenance) with a $12.5M size standard.
Offer Due Date: January 28, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
Published Date: January 8, 2026.

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Evaluation factors include:

Technical Capability: Meeting Statement of Work requirements and specifications.
Past Performance: Up to two recent and relevant references.
Price: Fairness and reasonableness. Offerors must complete blocks 17, 30a, 30b, and 30c of SF-1449 and the provided price schedule.

Additional Notes

An amendment (0001) provided site visit information and extended the response date. Contractors offering equal products must provide descriptive literature. All inquiries must be directed to the Contracting Officer, Quentin Deloney (Quentin.Deloney2@va.gov); direct contact with VA Medical Center employees is prohibited.