Salient Characteristics_Laborie Medical Technologies URODYNAMIC CHAIR 12 9 25.docx

This is a Brand Name or Equal Worksheet (Salient Characteristics) supporting a pre-solicitation sources sought notice for urodynamic equipment procurement by the VA Northern California Healthcare System (VHA Network Contracting Office 21) for delivery to the Stockton VA Allergy Clinic in French Camp, California. The Government is seeking the Sonesta P3 Procedure Table manufactured by Laborie Medical Technologies or an equal product. The essential salient characteristics of the required equipment include three electric motor controls enabling infinite height adjustments from 16 inches to 41 inches, seat and back adjustments, a 465-pound weight capacity, lightweight portability, one-touch locking mechanism for precise positioning, arm safeguards on both sides, and patient safety features that decrease urine backflow to reduce infection rates. The procurement includes numerous accessories: seat cushions with and without 170mm cut-outs, left and right arm rests, leg rests with holders, foot controls (both three-motor hand and foot versions), fold-up foot rests, a neck pillow, paper towel holder, user manual, disposable Sonesta seat covers (box of 20), optional three-year Sonesta P3 Silver Service Contract, and freight.

The sources sought notice is being conducted for market research purposes under FAR Part 10 to identify contractor capability and determine source availability prior to potential issuance of a future Request for Quote (RFQ). The Government will use responses to develop acquisition strategy, evaluate small business set-aside feasibility, and establish subcontracting goals. This pre-solicitation does not constitute an RFQ, commitment to award, or obligation to issue subsequent solicitation, and quotes will not be considered or reimbursed.