CENTRAL ALABAMA VETERANS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (CAVHCS) COMPACT TRACTOR WITH ATTACHMENTS

Subject: Sources Sought – RFI - Compact Tractor with Attachments (SDVOSB Requirement) Dear SDVOSB Contractor, I am reaching out on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare Systems (CAVHCS) regarding a requirement for a compact tractor that meets the following salient characteristics: - Tractor Type:

Compact Tractor - Horsepower: 50 hp - Engine:

4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel - Transmission:

Power Reverser or Hydrostatic - PTO: Rear at least 39 hp - Rear Hitch: Category 1 – At least 2,400 lbs. - Attachments: Rear Backhoe (18” trenching type), Front Loader Bucket - Cab: Enclosed with factory-installed radio, heating and air conditioning - Additional Features: Power steering, canopy lights, mirrors, windshield wipers, rear lights, wet disk braking system, 4WD, wheelbase 73–81 in. Please include:

- Confirmation you have the capability to obtain the subject equipment with the liste Salient Characteristics - Estimated Market Pricing - Do you offer Government Discounts - Delivery lead time - Warranty details - Confirmation of SDVOSB status and SBA VetCert certification - If you have a third party agreement as an authorized seller of an OME such as John Deere, Kubota, etc., please provide that information. This is not a request for quote. This is the government’s market research.

There is no biding contract that will be obtained from your response. Upon completion of the market research, a formal RFQ will be published as the market research conducted dictates. If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to contact me at james.boles2@va.gov. Thank you for your time and assistance.

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In the Subject Line: 36C247-26-AP-1801 - Compact Tractor - RFI