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SUBJECT*

Mobile Pocket Cart

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway

Leavenworth KS 66048

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer Timothy Scarborough timothy.scarborough@va.gov

(913) 946-1982

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

4801 East Linwood Boulevard

Kansas City MO

COUNTRY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT

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. 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.

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 Part 15.201(e).

SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION

This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a RFI/Sources Sought only. The purpose of this Sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 337214 (size standard of 1,100 Employees). Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide name brand or equal HP2322AB Hight Adjustable Mobile Pocket Carts in accordance with the attached Statement of Work.

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, or brand name equal.

If you are interested, and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:

Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?

Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?

Are you the manufacturer, distributor, service provider, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above?

If you’re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller/service provider for the items identified above or an equivalent solution, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified?

Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA, VA NAC, VA SAC, NASA SEWP, or any other federal contract, that can be utilized to procure the requirement listed above? If so, please provide the contract number.

Please submit your capabilities that show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that you can meet the requirement described in the attached SOW.

Please provide your UEI number.

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Timothy Scarborough at timothy.scarborough@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Friday February 25. 2025 at 0900 CST. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Pocket Mobile Worksurfaces

INTRODUCTION:

The request is to obtain mobile workstations for the nursing staff to optimize workflow. The previously used mobile workstations have completed their life cycle, and/or are damaged with irreversible repair. These mobile workstations need to be replaced on a larger scale to keep up with the supply and demand of these units.

DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTION BEING APPROVED:

This action is for the purchase of the Steelcase Pocket Mobile Workstations Name brand or equal to HP2322AB.

DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES REQUIRED:

Contractor shall provide the following salient characteristics for the items:

TECHNICAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

Pocket is constructed of 35% recycled content: 24% post consumer content; 10% pre consumer content Pocket is 97% recyclable at end of life.

Made up of parts which can be easily disassembled to sort for recycling. Overall Dimensions Fixed model height: 36” Adjustable model height: 41” max, 38-3/8” min. Width: 22” Depths: 22-1/2” (measured at top).

Rectangular shape features generously radiused corners and a waterfall front edge, good for use as an armrest when using a keyboard.

Durable one-piece steel top is seamless for ease of cleaning and to allow use of magnetic accessories. Full-width integral handle provides ease of transport.

Molded soft plastic cubby is included for cable storage. Accessories are removable without tools for ease of cleaning.

Features an elongated hole in the bottom for cable/cord pass through and drainage. Column and Base:

Base is 19-1/2”W x 20-1/2”D.C.1.3.2 Four swivel, hooded casters with soft TPE plastic 4” diameter wheels ensure quiet and easy mobility. Two casters feature foot-actuated, quick-locking mechanisms.

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Base does not exceed 8-1/4” in height to ensure easy maneuverability. Base is constructed of powder-coated diecast aluminum.

Fixed height and height-adjustable (pneumatic-assist) column models are offered.

Height-adjustable models feature a paddle actuator on the right-hand side of the underside of the top.

Lower half of telescoping height-adjustable column features an integral cable/cord management ring as part of its cap.

Two Bin Unit A column-mounted steel enclosure with two sliding drawers Drawers feature integral full width pulls.

Drawers feature molded slides with in and out stops. Interchangeable drawers are easily removable for cleaning.

Interior dimensions of drawers are 12” wide x 8-1/2” deep x 4” high.

Cubby is an injection molded plastic part for minimal seams. Cubby is lifted out of its hole in the top for cleaning. Fixed column and lower half of telescoping height-adjustable column are rectangular (3-1/2” x 4-1/2”) with rounded corners. Top (moving) half of height-adjustable column is cylindrical (2-3/4” dia.). Columns are aluminum.

Pneumatic cylinder is used to assist height adjustments. Machine screws hold the top and base tightly to the column. Base and Casters:

Base features four legs and is diecast aluminum. Casters are single-wheel, hooded swivel type.

Two Bin Unit features sheet steel back and sides, with plastic drawers, top and bottom. Mobile Worksurface Post and base are powder coat painted a neutral light gray (“Seagull”) color. Cubby, scanner holder, cup holder and casters are medium (“Platinum”) gray.

Two Bin Unit back and sides are powder-coat painted a neutral light gray (“Seagull”) color. Front, top and bottom are molded in a blue-gray (“Coastal”) color.

Product is factory-assembled.

MTR CODES

Salient Characteristics: To include minimum of the following specifications:

b. Single wheel rubber casters for movement throughout the hospital. 2 casters shall be locking

c. Whole cart needs to be easily cleanable.

d. Soft round edges free from sharp edges to prevent injury to patients, visitors, and staff.

e. Cart must hold a minimum of 30 lbs.

g. Finishes shall be rust resistant and be easily cleanable.

h. A design that allows free exchange of internal components such as drawers, shelves, trays, etc. without the need for tools to exchange the components.

WARRANTY:

Manufacturer shall warrant and imply that the items delivered here under are merchantable, fit for use for the particular purpose and will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. Contractor will replace all parts found defective within the period with cost of replacement, including any shipping costs, to be borne by the Contractor. Under no circumstance will any equipment covered by the guarantee be returned without (a) advance written notice to the contractor or (b) obtaining shipping instructions from the Contractor.