6515--Custom Fit Insoles - Request for Information

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Custom Orthotic Insoles Blanks, Cork Components, Plastazote/Poron Materials, and Toppings

Tomah VA Medical Center (Tomah VAMC)

NAICS: 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

PSC: 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment and Supplies

1. PURPOSE

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Tomah VA Medical Center, located at 500 E. Veterans Street, Tomah, WI 54660 is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying orthotic blanks, cork components, Plastazote/Poron laminates, top-cover materials, and die cut insole components required for the fabrication of custom-fit insoles. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.

The VA seeks information from all capable sources, including VOSB/SDVOSB, Small Business, and other business classifications. Vendors currently holding VA FSS 65 II A or GSA MAS contracts are strongly encouraged to respond.

2. REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION

Tomah VAMC requires the following items to replenish inventory used in the fabrication of custom orthotic shoe inserts. Vendors must indicate their ability to supply all or part of the items listed.

Required Items and Quantities

Plastazote / Poron Laminates & Toppings

PLASTIZOTE PORON TOP COVER SHEET 25

PLASTAZOTE PINK TOP COVER SHEET 6

BLACK X-STATIC TOP COVER SHEET 260

Cork Components

MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-6 12

MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-8 12

MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-10 34

MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-16 50

MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-12 100

Euro Orthotic Blanks Various Sizes

EURO 278 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 20

EURO 286 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 20

EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 60

EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 25

EURO 253 INSOLE BLANK, MED 25

EURO 270 INSOLE BLANK, MED 64

EURO 278 INSOLE BLANK, MED 64

EURO 286 INSOLE BLANK, MED 162

EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, MED 455

EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, MED 500

EURO 325 INSOLE BLANK, MED 75

EURO 338 INSOLE BLANK, MED 30

EURO 237 INSOLE BLANK, MED 30

EURO 237 EVA BLANK_SOFT 320

EURO 253 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 30

EURO 237 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20

EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20

EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20

Other Components

TAPE INSOLE DIE CUT 370MM x 115MM 4,511

MILL CUTS PROVIDED WITH BLANKS 4,511

3. REQUESTED INFORMATION FROM VENDORS

Vendors responding to this RFI are requested to provide the following:

A. Company Information

Business name, address, UEI, point of contact

Business size and socioeconomic classification (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, SB, WOSB, etc.)

Confirmation of registration in SAM.gov

B. Contract Vehicle Availability

Indicate whether items are available on:

VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS 65 II A)

GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)

Other government contract vehicles

Provide contract number(s) if applicable.

C. Technical Capability

Ability to supply each of the required items

Manufacturer information (if different from vendor) and country of origin

Product sheets or equivalent documentation for blanks, cork, Plastazote/Poron, and toppings

Lead times and shipping details

D. Pricing Information (Not binding)

Market pricing or schedule pricing (if on FSS/GSA)

Volume or bulk discount structures

E. Additional Information

Any suggested alternative items meeting equivalent specifications

Minimum order quantities (if any)

4. SUBMISSION INFORMATION

Responses should be submitted electronically via email to Stacy.Massey@va.gov

Subject Line: RFI Response Custom Fit Insoles Materials Tomah VAMC

Response Due Date: May 13, 2026

5. DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for market research and planning. It does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract, nor does it commit the Government to any future action. No reimbursement will be provided for participation in this RFI.