24--4wd Front Loader Tractor

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time. This notice is intended strictly for market research. The purpose of this Sources Sought notice is to determine interest and capability of veteran-owned small business firms relative to the North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) 333112. The Department of Veteran s Affairs is seeking veteran-owned small business manufacturers or veteran-owned small business distributors capable of providing the exact match or functionally equivalent equipment to the following Massey Ferguson tractor: Massey Ferguson 1526 26hp 4wd Front Loader Tractor Tractor must meet or exceed the following: 24-28hp Diesel Engine Hydrostatic transmission with rear remote 4 wheel drive 52 55 bucket Cab to protect operator from elements Electric windshield wiper Heat inside cab Interested sources are requested to submit an email delineating capability and experience for providing this or similar product. Please include your business size with your submittal. If providing a submittal and offering equipment as a distributor (non-manufacturer) contractors shall also submit proof of authorization to distribute from the manufacturer of the offered equipment. If contractors provide a response that does not include the information requested in this paragraph the response may not be considered. This is not a Request for Proposal or Quote or an announcement of a solicitation and no solicitation package exists at this time. Your responses will be used solely for market research purposes of the Government. The Government will not pay for any materials provided in response to this notice and submittals will not be returned to the sender. Responses are to be submitted by e-mail to [email protected]. The information requested must be received no later than 3:00 pm Central Standard Time on April 25th, 2017.