Vancouver VAMC Street Sweeper
Overview
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Set Aside
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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) is soliciting proposals for a Tymco Model 435 Street Sweeper, or an equal product, for the Vancouver VA Medical Center in Vancouver, WA. This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a street sweeper designed for municipal and industrial operations, including curb-to-curb cleaning. Key specifications include:
- Design: Cabover chassis for superior visibility and maneuverability.
- Sweeping System: Regenerative air system for efficient debris collection with minimal dust emissions.
- Chassis & Cab: Gas-powered engine (EPA compliant), automatic transmission, ergonomic cab with A/C and heating, minimum GVWR of 19,500 lbs.
- Sweeping Path: Minimum 8 ft. sweeping path with dual gutter brooms.
- Hopper Capacity: Minimum 4.0 cubic yards (stainless steel) with a minimum 60-inch dump height.
- Water System: Minimum 150-gallon water tank with integrated spray nozzles.
- Auxiliary Features: Pressure washing capabilities and hand hose.
- Operator Features: Full visibility, intuitive controls, backup alarm, rear-view camera, 7-inch color monitor, touchscreen interface.
- Compliance: Meets DOT and ANSI safety standards, OSHA-compliant noise levels, LED warning lights.
- Additional: Documented operator training, maintenance documentation, and warranty coverage.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation for commercial products.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing).
- Size Standard: 1250 Employees.
- Period of Performance: Delivery required 90 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).
- Questions Due: March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern.
- Proposal Due: April 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
- Published Date: March 24, 2026.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Price, Technical, and Past Performance. Award will be made by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement.
Additional Notes
A responsive quote must include a vendor quote, a signed SF-1449, a completed B.2 Price/Cost Schedule, and a completed Buy American Act certificate (FAR 52.225-2). The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers. Questions should be emailed to Amber Whisenhunt at amber.whisenhunt1@va.gov.