Custom Flip-Up Toolbox Manufacturing & Installation

The contract calls for the design, fabrication, and installation of a custom flip-up toolbox intended for secure tool storage on an electric utility vehicle. The toolbox must be a minimum of 48 inches in length and precisely sized one inch shorter than the truck bed to ensure proper fit and functionality. The unit must be engineered for durability and ease of access, with a flip-up mechanism that allows quick retrieval of tools while maintaining a secure, locked position during transit. The work is to be performed under a subcontract arrangement, with the place of performance located in Asheville, North Carolina, and the item is classified under NAICS code 332322 for Metalworking Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for 5:00 PM on August 3, 2026. While no set-aside status or point of contact details are provided, the contracting office is identified as the 246-NETWORK Contracting Office 6 under the Department of Veterans Affairs. The contractor is expected to deliver a fully integrated solution that meets dimensional and operational specifications without requiring modifications post-installation, and the successful bidder must demonstrate capability in custom metal fabrication, precision engineering, and vehicle-specific mounting systems for electrified fleets.