3449--Sources Sought Electric Button Making Machine

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice (Solicitation No. 36C10D26Q0087) to assess market capability for an Electric Button‑Making Machine, associated 2 × 2 die set, and consumables sufficient to produce 30,000 magnet buttons. The required equipment must be “brand‑name or equal” to the Tecre Model 152 (see https://www.tecre.com/catalog/button-maker-machine/100). The procurement is classified under NAICS 339910 with a small‑business size standard of 700 employees. The VA intends to conduct a small‑business set‑aside, emphasizing Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned (SDVOSB) and Veteran‑Owned (VOSB) firms. Offerors must indicate their business size standard and interest; SDVOSB/VOSB participants must comply with FAR 52.219‑33 (Non‑manufacturer Rule) unless a SB set‑aside is pursued, in which case a preferential evaluation factor will apply. The Buy American Act applies, requiring compliance with FAR 52.225‑1 and FAR 52.225‑2. Responses are due by 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on 5 May 2026 to Contracting Officer Robert R. Mulheran (phone 612‑970‑5621; email Robert.Mulheran@va.gov). The place of performance is the VA Benefits Administration, 1800 G St NW, Washington, DC 20006.

Notice ID

83647aa913514146accc65bbd901eab1

Solicitation Number

36C10D26Q0087

NAICS Code

339910

Classification Code

3449