Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 12.102 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C262-26-AP-4680 JOFOC Log Number: FY26 - RPOW Activations - 1598

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Regional Procurement

Office West, VA San Diego Health Care System, Purchase Request Number: 664- 26-3-4001-0017

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount:

Equalizer Legacy 1000 5 Station Gym:

• The multi-station weight training apparatus must be designed for wheelchair users’ access to exercise from their wheelchairs

• The multi-station weight training equipment must have:

• A vertical Bench Press and Rowing

• A seated Overhead Press

• A 2 Hi/Lo Pulleys with 2-50 lb. weight stack

• A Lat Pull Down with 200 lb. weight stack

• A Vertical Butterfly 200 lb. weight stack

• The multi-station weight training equipment must have the following attachments/accessories:

• 01 Aluminum Revolving Lat Bar

• 01 J Hooks on Lat Bar for Wrist Cuff Attachment

• 02 Large Nylon D-handles

• Weight stack for Vertical Bench Press/Seated Military Press

• Weight Stack for Lat Pull

• Weight stacks for 2x H/L Pulleys, 1x Vertical Bench Press

• Size approximately: 113” W x 161.5” D x 91.25”H Quantity: 1

Equalizer Dip Rickshaw:

• Must be designed to accommodate both standard wheelchairs and powered wheelchairs

• Must have a weight stack of 300lb integrated to the machine (not separate plates that stack onto the machine to attain desired weight resistance).

• Must allow customizable resistance levels.

• Size approximately: 45” W x 71.25” D x 96”H

Quantity: 1

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This is a one-time purchase estimated at

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

The multi-station weight training apparatus offers ADA design providing accessibility for all users including wheelchair users. It is designed to accommodate both standard wheelchairs and powered wheelchairs. It provides a weight stack integrated to the machine (not separate plates that stack onto the machine to attain desired weight resistance), and a compact design (small space requirement and adjustable weight stack options). Its modular design provides greater functionality to expand the unit when required through the care of many veterans concurrently.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

Market Research was conducted by the Contract Specialist using the SBA, GSA, SAM.gov, and internet searches between April 14, 2026, and May 15, 2026. On April 21, 2026, the manufacturer, Equalizer Exercise, confirmed that the two required products are manufactured in Canada.

A search of the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) under NAICS code 339920, identified one certified SDVOSB, Butler Medical Supplies. Subsequent market research did not identify any information regarding the products offered by the company. Furthermore, the website link listed in DSBS and SAM was inaccessible, and no alternate website was found. Additionally, a search for "multi-station gym" on GSA Advantage identified one domestic alternative, ProMaxima.

The ProMaxima multi-station gym was presented to the Program Office; however, the Program Office stated the equipment must be accessible for wheelchair users.

The Program Office further advised that the ProMaxima multi-station gym had previously been ordered and later removed because the seats were not accessible for wheelchair users and did not meet their requirements. On September 27, 2024, Contract No. 36C24W24P0100 was awarded to Derrah Morrison Enterprises, with the ProMaxima multi-station gym included as a line item under the contract.

However, after installation, it was determined that the ProMaxima multi-station gym was not wheelchair accessible; therefore, the equipment was subsequently removed. As a result, the Program Office is specifically requesting the Equalizer products to meet the accessibility needs of wheelchair patients participating in rehabilitative therapy programs.

A Sources Sought Notice was published on SAM.gov from April 14, 2026, through April 29, 2026, and no responses were received. An additional Sources Sought Notice seeking domestic alternatives was published on SAM.gov from May 1, 2026, through May 15, 2026. One response was received from an SDVOSB, Venergy Group, indicating that it can provide the required non-domestic products.

Additionally, a Request for Information (RFI) was issued through GSA eBuy from May 1, 2026, through May 15, 2026. Twenty-six responses were received from