36C25626Q1231.docx

This is a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 16 for Carino Shower Chairs (GSA schedule code 6515). The pre-solicitation seeks information from potential vendors regarding the availability, capabilities, and pricing of shower chair products that meet VA requirements. The RFI is intended to gather market research data to inform the development of a formal solicitation for procurement of these medical equipment items.

The document requests vendors to provide detailed information about their Carino Shower Chair offerings, including product specifications, compliance with applicable medical device standards, pricing structures, delivery capabilities, and any relevant certifications or quality assurances. Respondents are expected to address their experience fulfilling similar requirements for federal agencies, particularly within the VA healthcare system. This pre-solicitation phase allows the government to evaluate vendor capacity and product suitability before issuing a formal Request for Proposals, with the ultimate goal of establishing a supply contract through the GSA schedule vehicle.