36C25627Q0134.docx

SUBJECT*

Source Sought Notice ^Stryker Stretcher

GENERAL INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office 16 5075 Westheimer Road, Suite 750

Houston TX 77056-5643

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Rhonda Gibson rhonda.gibson2@va.gov 7132501919

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

510 East Stoner Ave

Shreveport LA

COUNTRY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

DESCRIPTION

Sources Sought Notice

1. Title: Stryker PowerPro2 Ambulance Cot System

2. Purpose: The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 located at 5075 Westheimer Road, Galleria Financial Center, Suite 750, Houston, Texas, hereby issues the following Sources Sought to Request Information (RFI) with the intent of determining the contractor interest, capabilities, qualifications of potential businesses, nonmanufacturer rule compliance, Buy American Act compliance, Trade Agreement compliance and estimated industry pricing information for market research and estimated budgetary purpose for Stryker PowerPro2 Ambulance Cot System.

Contractor shall provide all shipping, installation (if required), equipment, personnel, labor and testing for name brand. This Sources Sought is published for market research purposes. This Sources Sought will be used to determine if a set-aside for any small business program is appropriate. Government anticipates competitive, firm fixed price contract. Please review this announcement, respond to questions below and review all attachments in their entirety.

Government requests that interested offerors complete all questions below, provide required documentation, descriptive literature and authorization letter as described below. The Government is in no way obligated to do business with or to enter into any form of contract with any person, firm or other entity that receives or responds to this announcement.

a. Contractors shall provide their point(s) of contact name, address, telephone number, and email address, and the company's business size, and SAM Unique Entity Identification Number. b. Is your company a small business, SDBs, HUBZone, or 8A concern? Please provide proof of qualifications.

b. Does your company meet all required four prong factors for the Nonmanufacturer Rule (NMR) per guidance of SBA and 13 C.F.R. § 121.406 Offer must answer all questions below.

1. Does your company exceed the 1250 employee alternative size standard for nonmanufacturers? ___

2. Is your company primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sells the type of products being supplied? __________

3. Does your company must take ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment, or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice? __________

4. Does your company supply the end products of a small business manufacturer or processor made in the United States? _____________

c. Is your company considered small under the NAICS Code 339112

d. Do you (offer) manufacture the product yourself or a distributor of the items being researched above?____

e. Are you an authorized distributor/reseller? Provide evidence from original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

f. Do you (offer) supply a product manufactured by another domestic small business, if it is a nonmanufacturer?

g. Do you (offer) supply the product of any sized manufacturer if SBA has granted a waiver to the nonmanufacturer rule?

h. Is your (offer) Buy American Certificate completed in SAM? Please provide evidence with response.

i. Is your (offer) Trade Agreement Certificate completed in SAM? Please provide evidence with response.

j. Information for the name brand or equal product being requested, is it manufactured outside the US-Domestic non-available?

k. Information for the name brand or equal product being requested, is it a foreign manufactured end product under the trade agreement?

l. What is your schedule of delivery after receipt of order for the name brand or equal product?

m. For the name brand or equal product required, Is your company available under any;

Government Wide Agency Contract (GWAC) General Services Administration Schedules (GSA) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) If so, please list the contract number for name brand or equal product.

n. Provide descriptive literature demonstrating ability to meet all of the requirement/salient characteristics listed if other than brand name product is being offered. Please provide list of contracts for commercial, federal, state, and local governments. Listed contracts shall provide communication on the government requirement illustrating the capability for comparison. to the name brand or equal product meeting the specific requirements per the draft Statement of Work.

o. Contractors shall provide an estimated industry pricing for name brand product for market research and budgetary purposes.

5. Opportunity: NCO 16 is seeking information from potential contractors on their ability to provide this service. THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT FOR REQUEST INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. Small Business Concerns are encouraged to provide responses to this Sources Sought in order to assist the MEDVAMC in determining potential levels of competition available in the industry. Contractors shall possess the capability to meet all requirements and objectives.

6. Instructions and Response Guidelines: Sources Sought responses are due by Nov 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM(CST) via email to rhonda.gibson2@va.gov.

All Questions shall be submitted by Nov 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM (CST) via email to Rhonda.gibson2@va.gov.

Telephone requests or inquires will not be accepted.

Public Information will not be provided and shall be utilized to the full extent possible.

This a New Requirement.

The subject line shall read: 36C25627Q0134-RFI-Sources Sought- Stryker PowerPro2 Ambulance Cot System – Overton Brooks Medical Center, Shreveport, LA 71101. NO SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME. There is no page limitation on subparagraphs 5(a) - 5(o).

Please provide the information you deem relevant in order to respond to the specific inquiries of the Sources Sought. Information provided will be used solely by MEDVAMC as "market research" and will not be released outside of the MEDVAMC Purchasing and Contract Team.

This Sources Sought notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quotation (RFQ), and it is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to enter into a contract, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response to this request. All information contained in this Sources Sought is preliminary as well as subject to modification and is in no way binding on the Government.

In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the U.S. Government to form a binding contract. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on Contracting Opportunities (https://beta.sam.gov/) website or GSA. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this Sources Sought, or future RFP/RFQ.

7. Contact Information:

Contract Specialist, Rhonda Gibson Email address: Rhonda.gibson2@va.gov Your responses to this notice are appreciated.

THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES/PROPOSALS; however, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may provide answers, responses and give written notification prior to the response due date and time. Supporting evidence and responses must be furnished in enough detail to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirements.

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STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Stryker PowerPro2 Ambulance Cot System Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (Station 667)

1. SCOPE OF WORK

This Statement of Work covers the procurement, delivery, installation, training, and warranty support for Stryker PowerPro2 ambulance cot systems for Overton Brooks VA Medical Center located in Shreveport, Louisiana.

2. BACKGROUND

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center requires modern, reliable patient transport equipment to ensure safe and efficient movement of veterans within the facility and during emergency medical transport situations. The PowerPro2 system provides powered lifting and lowering capabilities to reduce staff injury and improve patient safety.

3. OBJECTIVES

· Provide state-of-the-art patient transport equipment

· Reduce workplace injuries related to patient lifting

· Improve patient safety and comfort during transport

· Ensure compliance with VA safety standards and regulations

4. REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Equipment Specifications

· Model: Stryker PowerPro2 XT Ambulance Cot

· Quantity: 1

· Features Required:

· Powered lift and lower functionality

· Battery backup system with charger

· Weight capacity: Minimum 700 lbs

· Compatible with existing ambulances/transport vehicles

4.2 Accessories (if applicable)

· Spare batteries

· Charging stations

5. DELIVERABLES

5.1 Equipment Delivery

· All equipment shall be delivered to: Overton Brooks VA Medical Center 510 E. Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101

· Delivery timeframe: 30 Days

· Equipment must be new, unused, and in original manufacturer packaging

5.2 Installation

· Contractor shall provide on-site installation services

· Installation shall include mounting brackets and charging stations

· All installation work must comply with VA facility requirements

5.3 Training

· Contractor shall provide comprehensive training for VA staff

· Minimum 4-hour hands-on training session

· Training topics shall include:

· Safe operation procedures

· Battery management and charging

· Routine maintenance

· Troubleshooting common issues

· Safety protocols

· Training materials and user manuals (printed and electronic)

· Minimum 20 staff members to be trained

5.4 Documentation

· User manuals and quick reference guides

· Maintenance schedules and procedures

· Warranty documentation

· Compliance certifications (FDA, safety standards)

· Training completion certificates

6. WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE

6.1 Warranty

· Minimum 1-year manufacturer warranty on frame and structure

· Minimum 1-year warranty on electrical components

· Minimum 1-year warranty on batteries

· Warranty shall cover parts and labor

6.2 Preventive Maintenance

· Contractor shall provide preventive maintenance schedule

· Annual inspection and maintenance services

· 24/7 technical support hotline

7. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

· Equipment must meet or exceed FDA requirements for medical devices

· Compliance with NFPA standards for ambulance equipment

· Meet VA safety and quality standards

· Equipment must be compatible with existing VA infrastructure

8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

· Base Period: Delivery and Installation within 30 days

· Warranty Period: As specified in Section 6

9. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Primary Location: Overton Brooks VA Medical Center 510 E. Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 Station Code: 502

10. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/INFORMATION

· Access to facility for installation

· Electrical power sources for charging stations

· Designated storage areas

· Staff availability for training sessions

11. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide all equipment as specified

· Coordinate delivery schedule with VA point of contact

· Perform installation and testing

· Conduct training sessions

· Provide all required documentation

· Ensure compliance with Buy American Act requirements

· Maintain appropriate insurance coverage

12. GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

· Designate point of contact for coordination

· Provide facility access for delivery and installation

· Ensure staff availability for training

· Provide storage and charging locations

· Conduct acceptance inspection

13. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

Equipment will be accepted upon:

· Successful delivery of all items

· Completion of installation

· Successful operational testing

· Completion of training

· Receipt of all required documentation

· VA inspection and approval

14. INVOICING AND PAYMENT

· Payment terms: Net 30 days after acceptance

· Invoices shall reference contract number and delivery order Submit invoices to: Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (Station 667)

15. POINTS OF CONTACT

Contracting Officer Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): Peter-Jon Savin, Mobility Manager Technical Point of Contact: Gerry Hinton, EMT Supervisor

16. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

· FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation)

· VAAR (VA Acquisition Regulation)

· FDA Medical Device Regulations

· NFPA 1917 (Standard for Automotive Ambulances)

· Buy American Act

· Trade Agreements Act

· Section 508 Accessibility Standards (if applicable)