6515--Patient Lifts

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 is seeking to procure patient lifts through a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued on May 12, 2025, with quotes due by May 21, 2025. The solicitation targets small businesses manufacturing surgical appliances and supplies, specifically requesting five units each of three different patient lift models: Maxi Move with Scale, Tenor w/Scale, and Sara Flex w/Scale. Offerors must be Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized distributors/resellers and provide documentation demonstrating compliance with detailed technical specifications, including lifting range, weight capacity, motorized lifting capabilities, and FDA clearance. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest-price technically acceptable offer, with vendors required to submit quotes via email, including pricing on company letterhead, representations and certifications, and comprehensive company information. Compliance with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) is also a critical requirement for potential contractors.

The solicitation is not specifically set aside for any particular small business category, but is restricted to small businesses with a size standard of 800 employees under the NAICS code 339113. The procurement is a one-time buy for the Salem VA Medical Center, with specific delivery requirements and product specifications that include powered leg adjustment, emergency stop capabilities, multiple wheel height options, and compatibility with various sling types for patient lifting and repositioning. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract involves purchasing 15 total patient lift units across three different models. Vendors must demonstrate technical capabilities including advanced patient handling features, safety mechanisms, and medical equipment compatibility. The place of performance is explicitly identified as the Salem VA Medical Center, indicating a localized procurement focused on meeting specific medical equipment needs for the Veterans Health Administration.