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3610--Sources Sought VR&E self employment plan for Printer

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36C10D26Q0181Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a sources sought announcement to assess market interest and feasibility for a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set aside for a VR&E self-employment plan involving a printer, with specifications allowing brand name or equal alternatives. The requirement falls under NAICS code 339940 with a size standard of 750 employees and is subject to the Buy American Act, requiring compliance with FAR clauses 52.225-1 and 52.225-2 for domestic sourcing and certification. Any potential offeror participating under the SDVOSB set aside must adhere to the nonmanufacturer rule outlined in FAR 52.219-33, ensuring proper handling of supply chain and product origins. The opportunity is targeted toward small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, and responses are due by August 13, 2026, with all submissions directed to Contract Specialist Afia Monteaperto. The work will be performed in Boston, Massachusetts, while the contracting office is based in Washington, D.C.

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SDVOSB set-aside for printer supply under Buy American Act, due August 13, 2026, Boston performance.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → Veterans Benefits Administration (36C10D)View Agency

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339940 - Office Supplies (except Paper) ManufacturingView NAICS

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Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration, Boston,, DC, 02203, USA

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Sources Sought 36C10D26Q0181 VR&E Self Employment Plan for Printer

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Veterans Benefits Administration (36C10D)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20006, USA
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Department Of Veterans Affairs → Veterans Benefits Administration (36C10D)
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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20006, USA
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Afia MonteapertoContract Specialist

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This is a Sources Sought for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This announcement is in support of market research to determine whether a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned small business set aside (SDVOSB), can be solicited. Below is some key information: Title: VR&E self-employment plan for Printer. (Please see the attached parts list.) Specifications: Brand name or Equal Specifications Brandname or Equal Standard: The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339940 and the size standard is 750 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).  
POC: Afia Monteaperto Phone: 848-377-5187 Email: Afia.Monteaperto@va.gov
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