6515--exam table

This is a source sought synopsis only. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification (hubzone, 8(a), small, small disadvantage, small veteran owned business or service disabled veteran owned small business) relative to NACIS 339112 (size standard of 1,000 employees). This is not a solicitation. Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought synopsis, a solicitation announcement may be published in the SAM.gov website.

Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. All interested offerors will have to respond to the solicitation announcement in addition to responding to this sources sought announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office NCO22, is seeking sources for vendors to purchase an Exam Table for the VA GLA Healthcare System. The anticipated award date shall be 5/27/24.

If you are interested and are capable of providing the required services please provide the requested information as indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions: (1) Is your business small (2) If small, does your firm qualify as a small, emerging business, or small disadvantaged business? (3) If disadvantaged, specify under which disadvantaged group and if your firm is certified under Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act? (4) Is your firm a certified Hubzone firm? (5) Is your firm a woman-owned or operated business? (6) Is your firm a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, (7) Is your firm a Veteran Owned Small Business? Small businesses considering participation in this potential solicitation process under any Small Business Set-aside procedure must do so in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Small Business Act. Responses to this notice shall be e-mailed to Hanan.McCullick@va.gov. Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received in writing no later than 4:00 p.m. 5/10/24. This notice is to assist the VA in determining sources only. A solicitation is not currently available. If a solicitation is issued it will be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this announcement. Responses to this sources sought is not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.

SCHEDULE OF SUPLIES (BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO VELA):

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS:

Essential/significant physical, functional, or performance characteristics:

- The patient can easily change the chair s settings via hand control without help from the staff

- Improves staff s working environment, as the chair height is electrically adjusted, and staff can work both sitting or standing without compromising their working position.

- The chair s design creates a more homely environment that supports the upward patient and contributes to faster discharge.

- The electric exit-function helps the patient get up and sit down gently without calling the staff.

- It gives optimal patient comfort over many hours. The seating unit has the same seating position technology as an electric wheelchair, where the user sits all day comfortably.

- The chair is easy to move around the department without needing assistance, as it has wheels and easy to handle.

- A central brake ensures safety and stability when getting up and sitting down.

Requirements: 230V (for regular sockets), Li-Ion 25V, 1800 mAH, (2) IP66 Batteries when needed

Compatibility Dimensions/Weight: 70.866 x31.89 ; Weight 200.62 lbs

Industry Standard CE MD ISO 9001 ISO 1400

Purpose Provides optimal conditions for quick mobilization of outpatients and day surgery patients and improves the work environment for health staff.

- CE marking: The chair is CE marked in accordance with Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745.

- EMC-test: electrical functions are tested and approved in accordance with the latest demands regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), both in terms of radiation and susceptibility, which means that the chair is completely safe to use with all types of electrical equipment, including pacemakers and cellphones.

- IP21: The chair s electrical functions are tested and approved in accordance with IEC 60529 and has an Ingress Protection (IP)21 degree of security, meaning that all components are waterproof and safe to use. This also means that all electronics are protected from waterdrops as well as touch.

Applicable model/make/catalog number VELA Treatment Chair/VELA/Item no. 87213

Manufacturer Name VELA, vela-medical.com