THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI DESCRIPTION This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought/RFI/RFI only. The purpose of this Sources Sought/RFI/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339994 (size standard of 750 employees). Responses to this Sources Sought/RFI/RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought/RFI, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this Sources Sought/RFI synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 22 Long Beach Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources who can possibly provide Floor Scrubbers that at a minimum meet the brand name and/or can possibly provide an equal product for VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, located in Loma Linda, CA. Brand name Information: 1. Nilfisk Bu800 20BT or equivalent. 2. Nilifisk VI500 35 edf or equivalent. 3. Nilfisk Pacesetter 20 hd or equivalent. 4. Nilfisk SC4000 28d or equivalent. Salient Characteristics Floor Scrubbers 1. BU800 20BT with traction drive: BU800 20BT with traction drive, 20" pad. Passive dust control, 2.5 hp motor 2,000 rpm, flex floor technology, self-regulating pad pressure. This model has 234 Ah AGM maintenance free batteries and onboard charger. Must have increased runtime with dependable wet batteries or maintenance-free, longer lasting AGM gel type batteries. Must have a deliver with a consistent gloss with the double-pivot pad-driver design and which ensures the burnishing pad stays aligned and allows the pad to follow the floor contours. The following dimension must be met- Length 50in, width 23in and Height 41.25in. Pad speed must be 2000 RPM. Quantity: 1 each 2. VL500-35 Wet dry vacuum 9 gallon with cart and tools 120V/60HZ US Must be able to Clean in both wet and dry applications, without changing filters, with the unique dual filtration system. Must have a Simplify wet pick-up and tank emptying with the ERGO tip and pour design. Quantity: 1 each 3. Pacesetter 20HD, 1 - 9 Units, Floor machine 20" pad diameter: Pacesetter 20HD, 1 - 9 Units, Floor machine 20" pad diameter. 175 rmp. 1.5 hp 115-volt dual capacitor motor. Heavy gauge metal design with chrome surfaces. Activation switch safety interlock and 50 ft super flex yellow safety cord with hospital grade plug. Pad holder included. Must have an ergonomic handle includes comfortable trigger levers and safety lockout switch. Must have Large non-marking rear wheels make transporting easy. Must have a Safety activation switch. Quantity: 2 each 4. SC4000 28D ECOFLEX, THREE 234 AH AGM BATTERIES, ONBOARD CHARGER, PAD HOLDERS. Must have the option to Save water, detergent, and increase productivity with the optional EcoFlex system. Must provide Intuitive OneTouch controls and Smart Key which simplifies the training and manages operational parameters. Must have a light sweep and scrub simultaneously with the cylindrical decks, increasing your productivity and cleaning efficiency, and eliminating the need for pre-sweeping. Quantity: 2 each The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications. We are seeking sources for products that meet the requirements set forth by the Buy American Act (41 U.S.C. 8301-8305). The purpose of this notice is to identify potential offerings that are compliant with the BAA, which stipulates that the U.S. government give preference to domestically produced goods. All products offered must be either manufactured in the United States or, if manufactured outside of the United States, must qualify as domestic end products or construction materials as defined in the BAA and its implementing regulations. By submitting a response to this notice, you certify that the products offered meet these requirements and that upon request, you can provide documen