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SUBJECT* Mobile Patient Lifts | Columbia, MO VAMC

GENERAL INFORMATION

CONTRACTING OFFICE’S ZIP CODE* 66048

SOLICITATION NUMBER* 36C25526Q0458

RESPONSE DATE/TIME/ZONE 06-25-2026 11:00 AM CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA

ARCHIVE 15 DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATE

RECOVERY ACT FUNDS N

SET-ASIDE

PRODUCT SERVICE CODE* 6530

NAICS CODE* 339113

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS Department of Veterans Affairs

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

Leavenworth KS 66048

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer Tywanna Sparks tywanna.sparks@va.gov 913-758-9928

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

ADDRESS Department of Veterans Affairs Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital

800 Hospital Drive Columbia MO

POSTAL CODE 65201-5275

COUNTRY

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DESCRIPTION

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT announcement only. It is neither a solicitation announcement nor a request for proposal or quote and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.

Responses to this Sources Sought must be in writing. The purpose of this Sources Sought Announcement is for market research, to make appropriate acquisition decisions, and to gain knowledge of potential qualified businesses capable of providing the following:

Mobile Patient Lifts for Columbia, MO VAMC ***See Statement of Requirement for details***

If this is within your capacity, please respond with the information below:

• Company Name

• Address

• Point of Contact

• Phone, Fax, and Email

• UEI number

• GSA Contract (as applicable)

• Capability Statement that clearly and convincingly identifies your ability to fulfill this requirement.

• Brochures of products being offered, to include specifications.

• Authorized distributor letter from OEM

Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.203, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications to be considered for award. In addition, FAR 4.203 states that prospective contractors shall be registered in the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov) database. All Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) shall be verified in SBA at Small Business Search.

Point of Contact for this Sources Sought is:

tywanna.sparks@va.gov Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office -15 3450 S. 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth, KS. 66048 http://www.sam.gov/ mailto:tywanna.sparks@va.gov

STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENT

1.0 Introduction

This Statement Requirement defines the requirements of the Harry S Truman VA Medical Center - Multi-Specialty CBOC – Rolla in establishing a fixed-price order for Mobile Patient Lifts.

1.1 Background

Harry S Truman VA Medical Center - Multi-Specialty CBOC – Rolla requires Mobile Patient Lifts to outfit the new facility and provide services for the VA.

2.0 General Requirement

Description/Part Number* Qty M8078 - Lift, Patient, Mobile, Floor 1 M8078A - Lift, Patient, Mobile, Sit to Stand 1

Specifications:

1. Lift, Patient, Mobile, Floor

a. Mobile, floor-based, power-driven patient lift.

b. Capable of indoor and limited outdoor transport over hard, uneven surfaces.

c. Minimum weight capacity of 600 lbs (272 kg).

d. Integrated powered drive system to assist with forward and reverse movement.

e. Speed control with user-operated hand control.

f. Powered drive must eliminate the need for manual pushing under normal operating conditions.

g. 15-inch sling bar configuration.

h. Compatible with loop-style patient slings.

i. Must include safety latches or equivalent anti-slip hook protection.

j. Configuration suitable for vehicle extraction and confined transfer situations.

k. 4-inch casters, designed for improved maneuverability on uneven surfaces (e.g., pavement, thresholds, outdoor walkways).

l. Rear casters must include locking mechanism.

m. Powered lift boom with smooth vertical travel.

n. Independent control of boom movement.

o. Capable of lifting from floor level to bed/chair height.

p. Rechargeable battery system.

q. Minimum capacity of approximately 200 lifts per full charge (or equivalent performance).

r. Wall mountable AC-powered charging unit must be included.

s. Visual battery level indicator.

t. Must include:

i. Emergency stop button.

ii. Manual emergency lowering mechanism.

iii. Electrical emergency lowering feature.

iv. Overload protection system.

v. Audible and/or visual fault indicators.

u. Must pass through a standard 28-inch doorway.

v. Turning radius approximately 53 inches or less.

w. Base clearance compatible with standard hospital beds/stretchers.

x. Durable steel or equivalent high-strength frame.

y. Powder-coated or corrosion-resistant finish.

z. Designed for healthcare environments.

2. Lift, Patient, Mobile, Sit to Stand

a. Lift Type

i. Mobile, floor-based sit-to-stand patient lift.

ii. Electrically powered lifting mechanism.

iii. Designed to assist partially weight-bearing patients from seated to standing position.

iv. Intended for transfers between bed, chair, wheelchair, commode, and similar surfaces.

b. Safe Working Load

i. Minimum weight capacity of 450 lbs.

ii. Designed for use with patients who have weight-bearing capability and upper body control.

c. Lift Actuation

i. Powered lifting actuator with handheld control.

ii. Smooth, controlled vertical lifting motion.

iii. Capable of raising patient from seated to standing height sufficient for pivot transfers.

d. Knee & Foot Support

i. Adjustable padded knee support.

ii. Non-slip, textured foot platform.

iii. Knee pad must be height adjustable to accommodate varying patient heights.

e. Sling Attachment

i. Sit-to-stand style sling attachment points.

ii. Multi-point sling bar with safety latches or anti-slip hooks.

iii. Compatible with loop-style or clip-style sit-to-stand slings.

iv. Must include various sizes of slings.

f. Base & Mobility

i. Adjustable base legs (manual or powered) to accommodate wheelchairs and furniture.

ii. Locking rear casters.

iii. Medical-grade casters suitable for healthcare environments.

iv. Compact frame for maneuverability in patient rooms.

v. Minimum door clearance 24"

g. Battery & Charging

i. Rechargeable battery system.

ii. Wall mountable AC charging unit must be included.

iii. Battery level indicator.

iv. Capable of multiple lift cycles per charge.

h. Safety Features

i. Emergency stop button.

ii. Manual emergency lowering mechanism.

iii. Electrical emergency lowering capability.

iv. Overload protection system.

i. Construction

i. High-strength steel or equivalent frame.

ii. Durable, corrosion-resistant powder-coated finish.

iii. Designed for institutional healthcare use.

iv. Must include oxygen tank holder and IV Pole holder.

3.0 Warranty:

The contractor shall provide a manufacture’s two-year, free replacement warranty on units with normal wear and tear, including free return shipping, from date of delivery.