J072--Jensen Braun Laundry Equipment Repair - FARGO
Overview
Buyer
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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 Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms capable of providing repair services for Jensen Braun LLC laundry equipment (feeder/spreader) at the Fargo VA Health Care System in Fargo, North Dakota. This market research aims to determine the availability of Authorized Certified Service Providers for Jensen Braun LLC. Responses are due by March 16, 2026, at 17:00 Mountain Time.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice is for market research purposes only, intended to survey the market for sources capable of providing the requested repair services. The government will use responses to make appropriate acquisition decisions and determine if a future solicitation will be published.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the repair of inoperable Jensen Braun spreader/feeder laundry equipment connected to the flatwork ironer. Key aspects include:
- Repair services for Jensen Braun spreader/feeder laundry equipment.
- All parts used must be manufactured by Jensen Braun LLC.
- Work must be performed by a Jensen Braun certified technician.
- A one-year minimum warranty is required for products and workmanship.
- The period of performance is 60 days from the award date to completion, with materials delivered 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
- SBA Size Standard: $12.5 million
- Set-Aside: None specified; the VA is seeking information on potential sources and their size classifications (e.g., SD/VOSB, Hub zone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman owned small business, or large business).
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following information via email:
- Company Name, Point of Contact (POC) name, Email address, Phone number.
- Unique Entity ID (UEI) No. listed in SAM.
- Business Size for NAICS 811310 (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business Other, Small Business, or Large Business).
- GSA Contract or Federal Supply Schedule number (if applicable).
- Indicate if the firm is a Nonmanufacturer under the Nonmanufacturer Rule, and check applicable statements regarding employee count, trade engagement, ownership of items, and supply of end products.
- If not the manufacturer, an Authorized Distributor Letter from Jensen Braun LLC is required.
- Provide comments or concerns regarding the attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW).
- Price is NOT required for this Sources Sought request.
Response Deadline & Contact
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 17:00 Mountain Time.
- Submission Method: Email responses to Dennis Salmonsen (Contract Specialist) at dennis.salmonsen@va.gov.
- Subject Line: Please include "36C26326Q0411" in the email subject line.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information purposes only and does not constitute an obligation to procure services or issue a solicitation. Responses are not considered adequate responses to any future solicitation and will not be accepted as offers. The government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred.