6515-- Podiatry Exam Chairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is seeking information about podiatry exam chairs for the VA Southern Arizona Healthcare System in Tucson, Arizona. The Request for Information (RFI) targets suppliers capable of providing 8 Barrier-Free Power Podiatry Procedures Chairs, 2 Ritter Barrier-Free Examination Chairs, and 8 Vision Block Screens, with specific requirements including weight capacity of 450-500 pounds, power adjustable features, hospital-grade electrical outlets, and seamless disinfection-resistant upholstery. Potential vendors must submit detailed capability statements demonstrating their ability to meet these specifications, including business size status under NAICS 339112, manufacturer/distributor status, Buy American Act compliance, and FDA clearances. The RFI requires responses by February 20, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time, to be submitted via email to Bridgett.Sharma@VA.gov. While this is not a formal solicitation, the information gathered will be used for procurement planning purposes.

The procurement falls under NAICS code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and Product Service Code 6515, with no specific set-aside designations currently identified. The RFI indicates a preference for equipment equivalent to MidMark Corporation chairs, suggesting potential familiarity with their product line. Specific technical requirements include power adjustability, robust weight capacity, and healthcare-grade specifications that demonstrate the need for high-quality medical equipment. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement involves multiple exam chairs and related medical equipment, indicating a significant potential contract value. The procurement timeline suggests the VA is in the initial planning stages, with the RFI serving as a market research tool to understand potential supplier capabilities and prepare for a future formal solicitation.