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This is a Draft Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement for the procurement of patient transport stretchers for Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The requirement calls for delivery of new, fully assembled stretchers equipped with advanced mobility features including Big Wheel technology, optional Zoom motorized drive system, 8-inch Omni Surface casters, and a center-locking brake system. The stretchers must meet a minimum 700-pound capacity with a radiolucent surface and low height of 21 inches or less. Additional specifications include pneumatic or electric backrest, adjustable foot section, seamless medical mattress with pressure redistribution, dual glideaway side rails, brake status indicators, oxygen holder, multiple IV receptacles, Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg capability, and fire-barrier mattress materials. The control systems must feature foot-end hydraulic controls with optional electric lift pedal and a caregiver footboard display showing weight, alarms, and configurable screen. Electrical requirements specify 120V or 240V compatibility with NFPA 99 compliance. The accessory package includes an integrated pump rack, 2-stage IV pole, oxygen cylinder holder, accessory tray, and utility basket. Equipment must comply with VA, FDA, OSHA, NFPA 99, IEC, and Joint Commission requirements.

Delivery must occur within 45 to 60 days after award on an FOB Destination basis to the medical center. The contractor is responsible for on-site assembly, testing, installation, and removing all packaging from the facility. The vendor must provide at least two on-site training sessions covering mobility systems, safety features, alarms, electric drive systems, and preventive maintenance. Warranty requirements include a minimum one-year parts and labor warranty, a preferred five-year hydraulic system warranty, and at least a one-year mattress warranty. Deliverables include equipment, accessories, user manuals, service manuals, warranty documentation, preventive maintenance requirements, and serial number listings. Biomedical Engineering will conduct full acceptance testing, and the vendor must correct any deficiencies at no cost.

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DRAFT Statement of Work / Performance

Work Statement

1.0 Purpose

The purpose of this requirement is to procure patient transport stretchers for safe and efficient veteran transport throughout clinical, surgical, procedural, radiology, and emergency environments at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center. These stretchers must reduce caregiver push force, enhance maneuverability, lower injury risk, support bariatric usage, and integrate with the clinical workflow.

2.0 Scope

The Contractor shall deliver new, fully assembled stretchers with advanced mobility features including Big Wheel, optional Zoom motorized drive, enhanced safety systems, integrated patient support surfaces, and accessory compatibility. The equipment must meet VA, FDA, OSHA, NFPA 99, IEC, and Joint Commission requirements.

3.0 Detailed Technical Requirements

3.1 Patient Surface – Litter Specifications

Minimum 700 lbs capacity, radiolucent surface, low height ≤21 inches, pneumatic/electric backrest, adjustable foot section, seamless medical mattress supporting pressure redistribution.

3.2 Mobility / Transport System

Big Wheel technology reducing push force, 8-inch Omni Surface casters, center-locking brake system, 360° maneuverability, optional Zoom motorized drive system.

3.3 Safety Features

Dual glideaway side rails, brake status indicators, oxygen holder, multiple IV receptacles, Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg, fire-barrier mattress materials.

3.4 Control Systems

Foot-end hydraulic controls, optional electric lift pedal, caregiver footboard display including weight, alarms, and configurable screen.

3.5 Electrical / Power Requirements

120V or 240V compatibility and NFPA 99 compliance for patient care environments.

3.6 Accessory Package Requirements

Integrated pump rack, 2-stage IV pole, oxygen cylinder holder, accessory tray, utility basket, and fire-barrier mattress enhancements.

4.0 Deliverables

Equipment, accessories, user manuals, service manuals, warranty documentation, preventive maintenance requirements, and serial number listings.

5.0 Delivery Requirements

Delivery must occur within 45–60 days ARO, FOB Destination to Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, 510 East Stoner Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101-4243. Units shall arrive fully assembled with all packaging removed from site by contractor.

6.0 Installation, Set-Up & Acceptance Testing

Vendor must assemble and test all stretchers onsite. Biomedical Engineering will conduct full acceptance testing. Vendor must correct deficiencies at no cost.

7.0 Training Requirements

Vendor must provide at least two onsite training sessions covering mobility systems, safety features, alarms, electric drive systems, and preventive maintenance.

8.0 Warranty Requirements

Minimum 1-year parts and labor, preferred 5-year hydraulic system warranty, and at least 1-year mattress warranty.

9.0 Security & Compliance

Devices are non-networked and do not require cybersecurity review. No patient data is collected or stored. Compliance with VA policies required.

10.0 Place of Performance

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, clinical care areas including ED, OR, PACU, Radiology, and Med/Surg.

11.0 Period of Performance

Delivery, setup, and acceptance to be completed within 45–60 days after award.

12.0 Government Responsibilities

Provide receiving access, coordinate staging areas, schedule training sessions, and provide staff for equipment receipt.

13.0 Contractor Responsibilities

Deliver equipment per spec, provide OEM-certified parts, ensure staff conduct installation/training, and ensure safe transport into facility.

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