RFI Emergency Medical Anesthesia Cart.docx

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION.

SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ABOUT PRICING, DELIVERY, THE MARKET, AND CAPABILITIES IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI FOR PLANNING PURPOSES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e).

DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

RFI/SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION

This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is an RFI Notice only. The purpose of this RFI Notice is to gain information about potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339112 (size standard of 1,000 Employees). Responses to this RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this RFI Notice, further RFIs and/or solicitation or other announcements may be published.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information on and sources capable of providing an Enterprise Class Router and Data Management Server for the Northern Arizona, Prescott Healthcare System.

Brand-Name Product Information:

Manufacturer: The Harloff Company

Salient Characteristics:

Must Have:

Must have castor lock wheels, be lockable with pin activated lock and key override, able to select drawer size, must have medical grade requirements.

MDS3030E06

Dimensions:

Up to 24.5”W x 16.63”D x 42.75”H Color and materials:

White in color, metal materials

• Sturdy, uni-body steel construction • Basic electronic push button lock • Key lock override • Factory set user and supervisor code • Cabinet may be programmed in the field • Durable scratch resistant heat-sealed powder coat finish • Full extension drawers slides for easy access • Body has pre-threaded accessory mounting holes • Removable plastic top • Ergonomic side push handles can be mounted on either side • 30” of vertical drawer space • Drawer Configuration: Three 3” drawers (7.6 cm), two 6” drawers (15.2 cm) and one 9” drawer (22.7 cm) • Cart is delivered assembled • Industry only fully curved protective bumper • Fully customizable drawer configurations • Industry best 5” quiet rolling casters - one steering caster and two braking casters • Latex free • 12-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty, 1-Year Limited Warranty on any bought-out parts

MPA1830E06

Dimensions:

Up to 12.5”W x 16.63”D x 42.75”H Color and materials:

White in color, metal materials

• Extremely light weight cart with critical grade aluminum construction, ideal for carts that are moved consistently throughout the day • Curved drawer pulls, durable and elegant • Fully welded uni-body aluminum construction, highest quality in the industry • Heat-sealed durable scratch resistant powder coat finish, inside and out • Ordered accessories are easily attached to pre-threaded holes with a screwdriver • Industry only fully curved protective bumper guards your cart and walls from damage • Self-closing, steel ball bearing, full extension drawer slides for easy access and smooth feel • Removable plastic top • Fully customizable drawer configurations at no extra charge • Industry best 5” quiet rolling casters - one steering caster and two braking casters • Unmatched selection of locking options. Ten options include multiple locks of different types on the same cart, alarm access locks and badge access lock systems • Multiple alternative storage options for items that won’t fit inside a traditional drawer • Cart is delivered assembled • 30” of vertical drawer space • Drawer Configuration: Three 3” drawers (7.6 cm), two 6” drawers (15.2 cm) & one 9” drawer (22.9 cm) • 12-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty on shipments to US and Canada, 1-Year Limited Warranty on any bought-out parts

M3DS1830E06

Dimensions:

Up to 18.28”W x 18.28”D x 40.71”H Color and materials:

White in color, metal materials

• Sturdy, uni-body steel construction • Basic electronic pushbutton lock with key lock override • Factory set user and supervisor code • Cabinet may be programmed in the field • Durable scratch resistant heat sealed powder coat finish • Full extension drawers slides for easy access • Body has pre-threaded accessory mounting holes • Removable plastic top • 30” of vertical drawer space • Drawer Configuration: Two 3” drawers (7.6 cm), one 6” drawer (15.2 cm) and two 9” drawers (22.8 cm) • Cart is delivered assembled • Fully customizable drawer configurations • 3” (7.6 cm) single wheel stem caster set, full swivel - two with brake • 12-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty on shipments to US and Canada. 1-Year Limited Warranty on any bought-out parts.

If your company is interested and capable of providing the required supplies/services, please provide the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:

(1) Submit your capabilities statement illustrating how your organization can/cannot meet the list of draft salient characteristics described below. For instances where your company cannot meet the draft salient characteristic(s), please explain. For instances where your company can meet the draft salient characteristic(s), please show how your company meets/exceeds each requirement.

(2) Please review the list of draft salient characteristics and provide any additional feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.

(3) Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.

(4) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified in this RFI?

(5) Are you the manufacturer, authorized distributor, and/or can your company provide a solution to the required supplies/services described in the list of draft salient characteristics?

(6) If you are a large business, do you have any designated/authorized distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of contact and size status (if available).

(7) If you’re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above, do you alter, assemble, or modify the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered, assembled, or modified.

(8) Limitations on Subcontracting: How does your business ensure compliance with the limitations on subcontracting as outlined in 13 CFR § 125.6?

(9) Are the items you are identifying/providing considered Commercial of the Shelf (COTS) items as defined in FAR Part 2.101 under commercial items?

(10) Non-Manufacturer Rule: If applicable, can you confirm your business complies with the Non-Manufacturer rule? Specifically, does your company: Provide a product from a small business manufacturer or processor? Not exceed 500 employees? Primarily engage in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sell the type of item being supplied? Take ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice?

(11) Please indicate whether your product conforms to the requirements of the Buy American Act? If you are unsure, please state the country of origin for each item.

(12) What is your lead time to deliver all items?

(13) Does your proposed equipment have FDA clearance (if needed)? Please specify what FDA clearance(s) have been obtained.

(14) Does your company have a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract? If so, please provide the contract number(s).

(15) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract holder, are all the items/solutions you are providing information about available on your schedule/contract? Please state if all or some items are available on the contract.

(16) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.

(17) Please provide your SAM.gov Unique Entity ID number.

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Ervin.hawkins@VA.gov. Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Wednesday August 26, 2026, by 10:00 AM CST.

All responses to this RFI/Sources Sought will be used for planning purposes only. Responses to this RFI/Sources Sought Notice are not considered a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. If further RFIs and/or a solicitation or other announcement is issued because of the information provided from this RFI, all interested parties must respond to the specific posting separately in accordance with the specifications of that announcement.