36C26126Q0414-Source Sought Sams.docx

Brand Name or Equal Worksheet (“Salient Characteristics”) v 2.0

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Specialist Jason Olliff jason.olliff N/A N/A N/A

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System

6900 N. Pecos Rd.

North Las Vegas NV

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

The VHA Network Contracting Office 21, on behalf of VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System is conducting this Sources Sought to identify contractors who possess the capability to provide the following brand name or equal equipment to determine source availability, capability, and adequacy:

Quantity: 1 Guldman 4x4 Meter B Rail Room Covering System Installed for 770lb Motors to be provided by the VA. Includes Design, Installation, Clinical Training

Quantity: 1

Guldman 4x4 Meter B Rail Room Covering System Installed for 770lb Motors to be provided by the VA. Includes Design, Installation, Clinical Training

See attached Statement of Work and Salient characteristics for additional information and details.

Location: VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, 6900 N. Pecos Rd. North Las Vegas, NV 89086 As permitted by FAR Part 10, this is a market research tool being utilized for informational and planning purposes. Your responses will assist the Government in developing its acquisition strategy for a possible Request for Quote (RFQ), to be issued at a future date, and in determining if any type of small business set-aside is possible for this procurement and if full and open competitive procedures should be utilized. If full and open competition is ultimately utilized, responses to this synopsis will be used to aid in establishing small business subcontracting goals.

This notice shall not be construed as an RFQ or as any commitment or obligation on the part of the Government to issue a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this request, so quotes will not be considered. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or with any follow-up information requests.

Response is strictly voluntary - it is not mandatory to submit a response to this notice to participate in any formal RFQ process that may take place in the future. However, it should be noted that information gathered through this notice may significantly influence VA’s acquisition strategy for this procurement. All interested parties will be required to respond separately to any solicitations posted from this Sources Sought notice.

Submission Instructions:

Responses via email are due no later than 13:00 PST February 25, 2026, to email jason.olliff@va.gov, and must include the information requested below. Responses greater than 10 double-sided pages (including all attachments) will not be considered. Late responses will not be accepted. This Sources Sought notice is strictly for market research purposes, and the Government will not entertain any questions. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. We appreciate your interest and thank you in advance for responding to the Sources Sought notice.

Qualified firms shall submit the following:

1. A statement of interest on company letterhead demonstrating the firm’s qualifications to perform the defined work. Responses must be complete and sufficiently detailed to address the specific information. The documentation shall address, at a minimum, the following:

· Business Name and Address:

· Business SAM UEI Number:

· POC Name, email address and contact number:

· Business size and Socioeconomic Category (To be considered as an SDVOSB or VOSB for Market Research purposes, respondents must complete the attached VAAR Clause 852.219-78 (VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING – CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SUPPLIES AND PRODUCTS (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION).

· Ability to meet the Governments’ requirements: Government is willing to review all responses from vendors proposing equipment equal to the above-mentioned equipment. Please provide any product information / capability statements.

2. If site preparation is required for equipment, provide associated equipment drawings and/or other relevant information (similar to those attached) with response.

3. Email response by 13:00 PST February 25, 2026, to jason.olliff@va.gov

Veterans Affairs Southern Nevada Healthcare System

STATEMENT OF WORK

1. CONTRACT TITLE: Track and Infrastructure Support Installation for Patient Lift Systems in CT Rooms (1D252, 1D244)

2. REQUIREMENTS/SCOPE: The purpose of this project is to install Ceiling Patient Lifts in CT rooms 1D252 and 1D244 as required by Safe Patient Handling and Mobility (SPHM) at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS). Lift equipment is stored at the VASNHS, but ceiling tracks must be purchased and installed while CT replacement construction occurs in these areas. This will be a Limited Source award.

3. SPECIFIC TASKS:

1. The contractor shall be a specialized medical device provider. The contractor will provide initial setup materials and installation. Prior to any material ordering, there will be a mandatory multi-discipline site walkthrough to assess site conditions, after award. The CT rooms that will have the tracks installed are in the location of Building 1, Main Hospital, 1st Floor, Rooms 1D252 and 1D244.

2. Electrical

a. The charging system for the lift system shall include a class 1 transformer requiring 110 v AV power. Any electrical connections in the ceiling plenum or above the ACT must be hardwired (no plugin allowed). Contractor will be responsible for making the final electrical connection.

3. Preparation of Space and Return to Use

a. Work to prepare the space for installation of patient lift system, or return of space for use after, that is not specifically related to patient lift use is outside the scope of work for the contractor, nor is the contractor responsible for hiring specific contractors/trades to perform such work.

4. Contractor shall provide appropriate infection control measures that follow VASNHS regulations provided by the Infection Control team.

5. The facility will be responsible for the storage of the equipment and materials on the worksite; open access to vacant rooms for installation; the provision of clear pathways; use of electric power and lights within the building at no cost must be provided to the contractor by the facility.

Project Phases

1. Design

a. The contractor will provide shop drawings of each installation. The facility will provide the necessary as-builts/drawings for the scope of this project (CT rooms).

b. Contractor standard design shall be approved by the VA prior to installation. Contractor shall revise their drawings until such approval is granted.

c. When required, the attachment detail for the specific application will be stamped by structural engineer.

2. Shipments and Lead Time

a. Installation planning begins once Purchase Orders are received and is generally scheduled to begin six to eight weeks after receipt of P.O. unless otherwise indicated

3. Installation

a. Standard installation is based on Single Phase (1 mobilization) for non-recessed systems, or Two-Phase (2 mobilizations) for recessed systems

b. Labor is Non-Union, unless specified

c. Installers are insured and contracted and will comply with requirements and regulations as provided by the Facility

d. Systems will be engineered with a weight rating of 550-1100 Ibs, as per quotation specifications and drawings

e. The patient lift rail support attachment is a standalone attachment for the sole use in supporting patient lift rails only. It does not add, remove, or modify the existing building structure

f. Completed systems shall support at 1.5 x rated working load per hoist specification.

g. System is inspected for full functionality, signed off by technician and facility representative, and turned over for use,

4. Contractor Furnished Material:

a. The Contractor shall furnish all parts, labor, materials and equipment necessary for this service and for installation. No Government property will be provided.

b. The Contractor shall be responsible for cleaning and removal of all trash and debris created during installation or maintaining the system. The Contractor shall provide their own dumpster, labeled “[CONTRACTOR’S NAME] USE ONLY – NOT FOR VA USE” and shall coordinate the removal of all trash, waste, and debris as needed (i.e., when dumpster is full and/or installation is complete) from the site.

c. The Contractor shall provide all safety equipment and personal protective equipment for their employees.

d. The Contractor shall be responsible for the deinstallation and disposal of current SPS and Dialysis Carbon filter tanks. Site planning and equipment setup, including delivery, installation and configuration, shall also be performed by the Contractor.

e. The Contractor shall provide two (2) sets of clinical (user) and technical (service) manuals and preventive maintenance schedule

5. Product Training. In-service training will be scheduled by the contractor and Facility and will take place after Final Sign off and Acceptance.

Change Orders. Change orders shall be in writing and signed by the contractor. and the Facility. Changes in Work shall be performed under applicable provisions of the Contract Documents and shall be attached to the quotation as an addendum.

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE/SCHEDULE:

A. The POP for this contract shall be: The date of award (start) through the completion of installation, including certification and testing (end)

B. Normal daytime working hours will be adhered to. Normal daytime work hours are 0800 to 1700 Monday through Friday. If the contractor wishes to work at nighttime or during other unscheduled times, they must first get permission from the Contracting Officer.

5. PARTICIPATING FACILITY: Veterans Affairs Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS), located at 6500 N Pecos Rd, North Las Vegas, NV 890

6. CONTRACTING OFFICER REPRESENTATIVE:

The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) shall provide general instructions and shall be responsible for administrating the contract and ensuring invoices are certified for payment in a timely manner.

6900 N. Pecos Rd. North Las Vegas, NV 89086

6900 N. Pecos Rd. North Las Vegas, NV 89086

7. CONTRACTOR POINT OF CONTACT:

a. Contractor shall designate one employee as the Point of Contact (POC) responsible for administrative matters in the performance of services under this contract. The POC shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all matters relating to the daily performance of this contract.

b. The POC shall be available by telephone Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. excluding national holidays.

c. Contractor shall provide the name and telephone number of the person designated as Point of Contact, Alternate Point of Contact, and the name, location and telephone number of the office where normal and emergency service calls are to be placed:

Point of Contact (Full Name):

Telephone Number:

E-mail Address:

Alternate Point of Contact (Full Name):

Telephone Number:

E-mail Address:

Emergency Service Contact Information:

Emergency Service Telephone Number:

8. U.S. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS AND SERVICES:

The contractor shall be responsible for the receipt and handling of all equipment and materials. The contractor shall coordinate proposed delivery areas with the Engineer.

9. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES:

The contractor shall furnish all necessary supplies, fuels, lubricants, solvents, parts, materials, equipment, products, tools, and any other items and services to perform all delivery and pick-up operations required by this statement of work.

The contractor shall provide fully qualified on-site personnel who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of the person and all alternates shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The project manager shall be on-site during normal work hours and for contingencies requiring work beyond normal work hours.

The contractor shall certify in writing that all employees operating equipment are trained and qualified.

10. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contractor Employees. The contractor shall not employ personnel for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.

The Contractor shall furnish service manuals and/or test equipment for the performance of this contract. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to bring the appropriate equipment, parts and/or supplies necessary to complete the work as required. The Contractor shall be familiar and follow maintenance guidelines contained in current technical service manuals for all equipment and sub-assemblies listed. Manuals shall include but not be limited to schematics, diagrams, written procedures and parts lists.

All work shall be performed, and equipment shall function in conformance with all VA safety standards, manufacturer’s/industry standards, the latest published edition of NFPA-99, FDA, OSHA, Joint Commission, and other applicable national standards. The COR may facilitate a copy of VA safety standards to the Contractor upon request.

Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily recognized as contractor employees. This may be accomplished by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or company ID badge. Contractor field service personnel shall be dressed to present a clean, neat appearance at all times when performing under this contract.

Personnel performing maintenance and repair services must be fully qualified, competent, technicians. “Fully qualified and competent” is defined as factory trained and verified by Polar Leasing.

11. RE-PERFORMANCE:

a. If performance does not conform to the contract specifications, the VA Healthcare Center’s COR or the Contracting Officer shall require the Contractor to perform the service again to conform to the contract specifications, at no cost to the Government. When the defects in service cannot be corrected by re-performance, the VA Medical facility may require the Contractor to call in a senior technical engineer from the manufacturer or from a different company. The Contractor shall incur and absorb all expenses for consultation outside the Contractor’s organization.

b. Repeated malfunctions of any system component or subsection more than three (3) times within one (1) quarter is not acceptable. The Contractor is responsible for repairing all faulty equipment and identifying the nature and cause of repeated failures.

a. The Contractor in this situation must either:

a. Make repairs in such a manner that the identified problems are corrected to the extent that repeated failures are eliminated.

b. Prove that the equipment is not faulty and an external cause for the problem exists and provide recommendations for resolution.

c. Provide repair services from the original equipment manufacturer at the Contractor’s

12. NO SERVICE CALLS AT THE VA FACILITIES:

No service calls should be performed under this contract. Service call work shall be defined in a separate contract.

13 NATIONAL HOLIDAYS:

The Contractor is not required to provide delivery or pick up services on the following National Holidays.

When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed as a legal holiday by U.S. Government agencies. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be observed as a legal holiday by U.S. Government agencies. Also included would be any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States as a National Holiday.

14 OVERTIME AND HOLIDAYS:

Any overtime or holiday pay that may be entitled to Contractor personnel performing under this contract shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor and shall not be billed to nor reimbursed by the Government.

15 PARKING POLICY:

It is the responsibility of Contractor personnel to park only in designated parking areas. Parking information is available from the VA Police. The VA shall not invalidate or make reimbursement for parking violations of Contractor's personnel under any circumstances.

16 SMOKING POLICY:

Contractor personnel may not smoke on VA property.

17 ORDERING ACTIVITY:

Contractor shall not accept any instructions issued by any person other than the CO or COR acting within the limits of his/her authority.

18 CHANGES TO CONTRACT:

Only those services specified herein are authorized. Before performing any service of a non-contractual nature, Contractor shall advise the CO of the reason(s) for the additional work and/or service.

19 COMPLAINTS:

Contractor shall promptly and courteously respond to complaints within 3 working days. Including complaints brought to Contractor’s attention by the CO. Contractor shall maintain a written record of all complaints, both written and oral showing the identity of the individual, the nature of the complaint, and Contractor’s response. Contractor shall permit the Government to inspect such records upon reasonable notice.

20 BADGES:

All Contractor personnel shall be required to wear company ID badges.

21 INVOICE REQUIREMENTS:

a. Payments will be broken into four quarterly payments and paid in arrears.

b. No advance payments will be authorized.

c. The Government shall pay the Contractor, upon the submission of a properly prepared invoice for prices stipulated in this contract for services and supplies delivered and accepted.

d. Payment of invoices may be delayed if appropriate field service reports are not completed and submitted as specified herein.

e. The invoice shall be itemized to include the following minimum information:

1) Invoice Number and Date.

2) Contract Number.

3) Purchase Order/Obligation Number (to be assigned upon task order award).

4) Date of service.

5) Line item from Schedule of Service associated with each charge.

22 POST-AWARD PERFORMANCE CONFERENCE: The CO may schedule a post-award performance conference with Contractor, if deemed necessary, for contract orientation purposes.

23 SECURITY REQUIRMENTS:

A. Contractors, contractor personnel, subcontractors, and subcontractor personnel shall be subject to the same Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks as VA and VA personnel regarding information and information system security. The contractor shall follow the VHA Healthcare Environment and Facilities Program’s “Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Guidebook”.

B. A prohibition on unauthorized disclosure: "Information made available to the contractor or subcontractor by VA for the performance or administration of this contract or information developed by the contractor in performance or administration of the contract shall be used only for those purposes and shall not be used in any other way without the prior written agreement of the VA." See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 3.a.

C. A requirement for data breach notification: Upon discovery of any known or suspected security/privacy incidents, or any unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including that contained in system(s) to which the contractor/subcontractor has access, the contractor/subcontractor shall immediately and simultaneously notify the COR, the designated ISO, and Privacy Officer for the contract. The term 'security incident' means an event that has, or could have, resulted in unauthorized access to, loss or damage to VA assets, or sensitive information, or an action that breaches VA security procedures. See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 6.a.

D. A requirement to pay liquidated damages in the event of a data breach: "In the event of a data breach or privacy incident involving any SPI the contractor processes or maintains under this contract, the contractor shall be liable to VA for liquidated damages for a specified amount per affected individual to cover the cost of providing credit protection services to those individuals." See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 7.a., 7.d.

E. A requirement for annual security/privacy awareness training: "Before being granted access to VA information or information systems, all contractor employees and subcontractor employees requiring such access shall complete on an annual basis either: (i) the VA security/privacy awareness training (contains VA's security/privacy requirements) within 1 week of the initiation of the contract, or (ii) security awareness training provided or arranged by the contractor that conforms to VA's security/privacy requirements as delineated in the hard copy of the VA security awareness training provided to the contractor. If the contractor provides their own training that conforms to VA's requirements, they will provide the COR or CO, a yearly report (due annually on the date of the contract initiation) stating that all applicable employees involved in VA's contract have received their annual security/privacy training that meets VA's requirements and the total number of employees trained. See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 9.

F. A requirement to sign VA's Rules of Behavior: "Before being granted access to VA information or information systems, all contractor employees and subcontractor employees requiring such access shall sign on an annual basis an acknowledgment that they have read, understand, and agree to abide by VA's Contractor Rules of Behavior which is attached to this contract." See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 9, Appendix D. Note: If a medical device vendor anticipates that the services under the contract will be performed by 10 or more individuals, the Contractor Rules of Behavior may be signed by the vendor's designated representative. The contract must reflect by signing the Rules of Behavior on behalf of the vendor that the designated representative agrees to ensure that all such individuals review and understand the Contractor Rules of Behavior when accessing VA's information and information systems.

G. Bio-Medical devices and other equipment or systems containing media (hard drives, optical disks, etc.) with VA sensitive information must not be returned to the vendor at the end of lease, for trade-in, or other purposes." See VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix C, paragraph 5.h., for the specific options.

RECORDS MANAGEMENT LANGUAGE

Contractor shall comply with all applicable records management laws and regulations, as well as National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records policies, including but not limited to the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. Chapters. 21, 29, 31, 33), NARA regulations at 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B, and those policies associated with the safeguarding of records covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). These policies include the preservation of all records, regardless of form or characteristics, mode of transmission, or state of completion.

In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, all data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government are Federal records subject to the provisions of 44 U.S.C. chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), as amended, and the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended and must be managed and scheduled for disposition only as permitted by statute or regulation.

In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, the contractor shall maintain all records created for Government use or created in the course of performing the contract and/or delivered to, or under the legal control of the Government and must be managed in accordance with Federal law. Electronic records and associated metadata must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation to permit understanding and use of the records and data.

The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) and its contractors are responsible for preventing the alienation or unauthorized destruction of records, including all forms of mutilation. Records may not be removed from the legal custody of VASNHS or destroyed except for in accordance with the provisions of the agency records schedules and with the written concurrence of the Head of the Contracting Activity. Willful and unlawful destruction, damage or alienation of Federal records is subject to the fines and penalties imposed by 18 U.S.C. 2701.

In the event of any unlawful or accidental removal, defacing, alteration, or destruction of records, the contractor must report to VASNHS. The agency must report promptly to NARA in accordance with 36 CFR 1230.

The contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate Contracting Officer (CO) upon discovery of any inadvertent or unauthorized disclosures of information, data, documentary materials, records or equipment. Disclosure of non-public information is limited to authorized personnel with a need-to-know as described in the contract documents. The contractor shall ensure that the appropriate personnel, administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are established to ensure the security and confidentiality of this information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is properly protected. The contractor shall not remove material from Government facilities or systems, or facilities or systems operated or maintained on the Government’s behalf, without the express written permission of the Head of the Contracting Activity. When information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is no longer required, it shall be returned to VASNHS control or the contractor must hold it until otherwise directed. Items returned to the Government shall be hand carried, mailed, emailed, or securely electronically transmitted to the CO or address prescribed in the contract documents. Destruction of records is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED unless in accordance with Paragraph (4).

The contractor is required to obtain the CO's approval prior to engaging in any contractual relationship (sub-contractor) in support of this contract requiring the disclosure of information, documentary material and/or records generated under, or relating to, contracts. The contractor (and any sub-contractor) is required to abide by Government and VASNHS guidance for protecting sensitive, proprietary information, classified, and controlled unclassified information.

The contractor shall only use Government IT equipment for purposes specifically tied to or authorized by the contract and in accordance with VASNHS policy.

The contractor shall not create or maintain any records containing any non-public VASNHS information that are not specifically tied to or authorized by the contract.

The contractor shall not retain, use, sell, or disseminate copies of any deliverable that contains information covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 or that which is generally protected from public disclosure by an exemption to the FOIA.

VASNHS owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract. All deliverables under the contract are the property of the U.S. Government for which VASNHS shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose such data contained therein as it determines to be in the public interest. Any contractor rights in the data or deliverables must be identified as required by FAR 52.227-11 through FAR 52.227-20.

Training:

All contractor employees assigned to this contract who create, work with, or otherwise handle records are required to take VHA-provided records management training. The contractor is responsible for confirming that training has been completed according to agency policies, including initial training and any annual or refresher training.

Flowdown of requirements to Subcontractors:

The contractor shall incorporate the substance of this clause, its terms and requirements including this paragraph, in all subcontracts under this contract document, and require written subcontractor acknowledgment of same. Violation by a subcontractor of any provision set forth in this clause will be attributed to the contractor.

25 COVID-19 SUPPLEMENT:

VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors statement inclusion to Statement of Work (SOW).

1. Contractor employees who work in or travel to VHA locations must comply with the following:

1. Documentation requirements:

0. If fully vaccinated, shall show proof of vaccination

0. NOTE: Acceptable proof of vaccination includes a signed record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy, a copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (CDC Form MLS-319813_r, published on September 3, 2020), or a copy of medical records documenting the vaccination

0. If unvaccinated and granted a medical or religious exception, shall show negative COVID-19 test results dated within three calendar days prior to desired entry date. Test must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use or full approval. This includes tests available by a doctor’s order or an FDA approved over-the-counter test.

0. Documentation cited in this section shall be digitally or physically maintained on each contractor employee while in a VA facility and is subject to inspection prior to entry to VA facilities and after entry for spot inspections by Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) or other hospital personnel.

0. Documentation will not be collected by the VA; contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

1. Contractor employees are subject to daily screening for COVID-19 and may be denied entry to VA facilities if they fail to pass screening protocols. As part of the screening process contractors may be asked screening questions found on the following website: COVID-19 Screening Tool. Regularly check the website for updates.

1. Contractor employees who work away from VA locations, but who will have direct patient contact with VA patients shall self-screen utilizing the COVID-19 Screening Tool, in advance each day that they will have direct patient contact and in accordance with their person or persons who coordinate COVID-19 workplace safety efforts at covered contractor workplaces. Contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

1. Contractor must immediately notify their COR or Contracting Officer if contract performance is jeopardized due to contractor employees being denied entry into VA Facilities.”

1. For indefinite delivery contracts: Contractor agrees to comply with FAR 52.232-99 and VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for any task or delivery orders issued prior to this modification when performance has already commenced.

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Brand Name Item:

1) Essential/significant physical, functional, or performance characteristics.

The patient lift system being considered for award must meet the following specifications:

Note: “hoist” and “lift” are used here interchangeably

1. Supplier must be able to provide a patient lift with automatic, hands free, dynamic body weight support and fall protection in real time during any selected patient care activity, rehab/therapy session or mobility sessions; clinical staff must be able to enter a specified “offload” weight, appropriate for the patient and particular task, directly into the hand control, after which the lift must continually offload the specified weight as patient moves and their center of gravity changes, without the need for staff to continue operating the hand control. Offload weight must be adjustable during a single session so that a patient can progress during that session or if a patient requires more or total assistance. At all other times the lift must be able to be used as a normal ceiling lift system for standard transfers and repositioning, as well as weighing patients without the need for an external scale system.

1. Lifting speed must be minimum 2.2 inches per second at maximum load capacity, with a soft/slow start and stop.

1. Must have a wireless interface that connects to the existing Wi-Fi network infrastructure.

Usage analytics and maintenance analytics software must have capability to be monitored remotely via web access, without the need for a physical connection cable with usage data displayed on LCD screen integrated into hand control.

1. The track rails must be capable of accommodating stationary lock for lift unit and/or stationary lock for Traverse Rail with user capability via hand control to separately position and lock the lift motor and/or the traverse rail in designated location(s) when indicated for patient care activity.

1. The hand control must be wired, with LCD screen capable of displaying patient weight (if scale option is purchased) and lift usage information.

1. Scale must be internal; with patient weight displayed on a screen located on the hand control.

1. Class III internal scale must be available as an option; with patient weight displayed on a screen located on the hand control.

1. The lift must not have an external scale attachment.

1. The track rail system must allow for seamless transition to a second rail system using a non-motorized gate system. The gate system must be automatic, non-electric, and require no external activation via pull cord or switch. The gate system must open upon alignment of rails and remain locked when rails are out of alignment.

1. Supplier must be able to provide lift systems from a manufacturer that has had no FDA recalls in company history, and that has been manufacturing patient lifts for over 40 years.

1. The lift must charge anywhere on the track via continuous AC charging.

1. The lift must have an expected lifespan of fifteen (15) years, without lift usage limits, on the condition of correct use and maintenance as stated in the manufacturer’s official user manual.

1. In addition to compliance with ISO 10535 (Hoists for the transfer of disabled persons – Requirements and test methods), the entire lift unit (not only the transformer) must be UL (Underwriters Laboratory) certified to meet requirements for user safety. Copy of certificate must be provided and copies of independent (third party) test reports should be made available upon request.

1. Must have a minimum three (3) year warranty on lift units, including lifting straps and washable slings; minimum five (5) year warranty on batteries. Warranty shall include both ISO 10535 Inspections & Preventative Maintenance (PMs) as well as parts, labor and shipping associated with PMs or warranty repair in between annual scheduled service.

1. Supplier must be able to provide an optional extended warranty package for up to 7 additional years, for a total warranty of 10 years, which must include both ISO 10535 Inspections & Preventative Maintenance (PMs) as well as parts and labor in between annual scheduled service.

1. In addition to end-user training, which must be offered for all staff on all shifts at no cost to the VA, supplier must offer, also at no charge to the VA facility, an additional one (1) week per year for five (5) years of Clinical SPHM Training.

2) Complete generic identification – x2 4x4 meter B rail room covering system installed for 770# hoist including design, installation, and clinical training. [Guldmann GH3+ motors to be provided by VASNHS from stored stock).

3) Applicable model/make/catalog number – Catalog number NA:

4) Manufacturer name – Guldmnann Inc.

Per VAAR 811.104 and 811.105, I certify the following regarding the above information:

· The salient characteristics listed above are essential to the Government’s requirements.

· To my knowledge, the restrictions listed above will not limit the acquisition to an item peculiar to one manufacture.

Name, Date: Jason Daivd Reese DC MSN RN CSPHA, 01/08/2026

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