Salient Characteristics Stair Chair.docx

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6530--Powered Stair Chair (Brand Name or Equal) Cincinnati VAMC
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The file contains a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Powered Stair Chair issued by the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, solicitation number 36C25025Q0424. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and seeks to acquire one Stryker Xpedition Powered Transport Chair with specific configurations, including a battery charger and power cord. The stair chair must meet detailed salient characteristics, such as a wide seat pan, universal lithium-ion battery, multiple speeds, large wheels, flexible belt for traction, and ability to navigate various terrains and stair environments.

The solicitation requires delivery within 45 days after receipt of order, with the equipment to be delivered to the CVAMC Warehouse. The estimated delivery timeframe is by March 31, 2025, with questions accepted until March 26, 2025. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation considering factors like price, technical capabilities, product support, warranty, and delivery speed. The procurement is specifically for the VA's Emergency Ambulance Service, with the goal of providing safe and ergonomic patient transport, reducing caregiver injury risk, and improving patient safety during stair navigation.

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Salient Characteristics

· Be able to have wide enough seat pan for wider range of patient sizes.

· Have a user interface, backlit indicator button. Have two “go” buttons and multiple speeds to allow the clinical emergency staff their workflow.

· Must have a universal Lithium-ION battery and battery charger.

· Must be able to back up on the stairs for patient safety.

· Be able to transfer patient up safely and ergonomically and down the stairs via powered track to decrease clinical staff injury and fatigue.

· Integrated head and foot ends that will allow emergency clinical staff to see what’s around them and around patients during use.

· Must have large wheels to be able to navigate through a variety of terrains and environments.

· Must have flexible belt for maximum traction and prevent damage to staircases.

· Must have a track ground clearance in order to easily maneuver over obstacles and transition to stairs.

· Must be able to fit within a storage space with a 37.5” Height, 20.5” Width, 25” Depth and folded depth that does not exceed 8”.

· Must have a minimum weight capacity of 500 pounds.

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