Sources Sought Jewelry for Self Employment Plan

This is a Sources Sought for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This announcement is in support of market research to determine whether a small business set aside, with an emphasis on SDVOSB/VOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business/Veteran Owned Small Business) Small Businesses (SB), can be solicited. Below is some key information: Title: Jewelry for Self-Employment Plan The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339910 and the size standard is 700 employees. Key Point: The Buy American Act will apply to this requirement along with FAR Clause 52.225-1 (Buy American-Supplies) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_1) and FAR Provision 52.225-2 (Buy American Certificate) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_2). SDVOSB/VOSB: When conducting a SDVOSB Set Aside, any offeror needs to comply with FAR Clause 52.219-33 (Nonmanufacturer Rule) (https://acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_219_33).   Please respond if interested in quoting and indicate your business size standard. Any certified SDVOSB/VOSB s that may not qualify under FAR 52.219-33, please indicate whether you would still be interested in participating in a SB Set Aside. Note: If a SB Set Aside is pursued, FAR 52.219-33 will not apply and a SDVOSB/VOSB Preferential Evaluation Factor will be used. POC: Afia Monteaperto Phone: 848-377-5187 Email: Afia.Monteaperto@va.gov