Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
ID20260106 (Rev 1)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Idaho • Canyon, Gem
Rate
Base $35.53Fringe $19.85
Rate
Base $36.33Fringe $15.40
+14 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
Lenses Blanks Sources Sought
Solicitation: 36C260-26-AP-1450
Notice ID: 062dafb276ef45d383f9420e8a68356a
Type • Sources SoughtNAICS • 339115PSC • 6540Set-Aside • NONEDepartment • Department of Veterans AffairsState • IDPosted • Jan 21, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDue • Feb 20, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC• Expired
Sources Sought from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: ID. Response deadline: Feb 20, 2026. Industry: NAICS 339115 • PSC 6540.
Market snapshot
Awarded-market signal for NAICS 339115 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 33.
12-month awarded value
$508,588
Sector total $24,340,919,447 • Share 0.0%
Live
Median
$398,000
P10–P90
$398,000–$398,000
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($508,588)
Deal sizing
$398,000 median
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Live POP
Place of performance
Boise, Idaho • 83702 United States
State: ID
Contracting office
Vancouver, WA • 98661 USA
Applicable Wage Determinations
SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
ID20260106 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Idaho • Canyon, Gem
Rate
Base $35.53Fringe $19.85
Rate
Base $36.33Fringe $15.40
Rate
Base $36.14Fringe $16.10
+13 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
ID20260110 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Idaho • Boise, Canyon, Gem +1
Rate
Base $51.02Fringe $17.93
Rate
Base $36.98Fringe $20.50
Rate
Base $36.14Fringe $16.10
+5 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
ID20260108 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Idaho • Ada
Rate
Base $51.02Fringe $17.93
Rate
Base $36.98Fringe $20.50
Rate
Base $36.14Fringe $16.10
+5 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
ID20260111 (Rev 1)Published Jan 23, 2026Idaho • Bonneville, Butte, Jefferson
Rate
Base $36.98Fringe $20.50
Rate
Base $36.14Fringe $16.10
Rate
Base $43.40Fringe $30.27
+3 more occupation rates in this WD
Point of Contact
Name
Craig Ritchey
Email
craig.ritchey@va.gov
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Subagency
260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Vancouver, WA
98661 USA
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Description
This is a SOURCES SOUGHT for Lenses Blanks to furnish eyelglasses to Veterans for Market Research purposes.
Looking for Domestic end items (raw castings of lenses made in America) that can meet an
estimated (EST) 137,215 ophthalmic lenses per year. See the attached PWS and demand history for further information.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for domestic suppliers of lens blanks to produce eyeglasses for veterans, with an estimated annual requirement of 137,215 ophthalmic lenses. This Sources Sought notice, posted on January 21, 2026, aims to gather market research data. Suppliers must be able to deliver raw castings of lenses manufactured in the U.S.
ophthalmic lensesdomestic productionlens blanksveterans eyeglassesmarket researchsources sought
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer is conducting market research to identify domestic suppliers capable of providing raw castings of ophthalmic lenses, particularly for use in eyeglasses for veterans.
Who should pursue this
- Manufacturers of ophthalmic lenses
- Companies with experience in producing lens blanks
- Vendors that can demonstrate domestic manufacturing capabilities
Work breakdown
- Identify potential domestic suppliers for lens blanks
- Gather capabilities information from interested companies
- Assess the market landscape based on responses to the Sources Sought
Response package checklist
- Capacities and capabilities statement
- Evidence of domestic manufacturing
- Contact information and DUNS number
- Relevant past performance records
- Detailed response to the PWS
Compliance notes
- Must comply with U.S. manufacturing requirements
- Responses should clearly demonstrate domestic production capability
Pricing strategy
- Consider cost of domestic manufacturing
- Estimate shipping and logistics costs
- Provide competitive pricing model for 137,215 units annually
Teaming and subs
- Collaboration with local suppliers or manufacturers
- Partnerships can strengthen the bid if experience is limited
Risks and watchouts
- Potential competition from established suppliers
- Challenges in meeting the demand for 137,215 lenses annually
Smart questions to ask
- What is the expected delivery timeline for lens blanks?
- Are there specific quality requirements or standards?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Specific timelines for contract award and performance start
- Details on quality standards for lens blanks
- Geographic region for prospective suppliers
- Format and length of response required
- Information about how responses will be evaluated
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