6530--NTX - Staxi Wheelchairs

This is a Sources Sought Notice Constitutes Market Research

This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only to determine the availability of potential businesses with capabilities to provide the services described below. Potential offerors are invited to provide feedback via e-mail to jesusy.casiano@va.gov. Responses will be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a potential future acquisition.

Interested vendors must submit documentation stating the company is distributed Similar to Staxi Transporter Wheelchair.

Please note response times in the SOW and elaborate if your company can accommodate the timeframes.

Any SDVOSB/VOSB shall be listed as verified on the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database located at https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov/ in order to receive contract awards under the Veterans First Contracting Program.

Any potential offerors must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Potential contractors shall provide, at a minimum, the following:

Company name, address, point of contact, phone number, e-mail address, and DUNS number.

Provide a brief capability and interest to El Paso VAMC listed in the description below with enough information to determine if your company can meet the requirement (Max 2 pages).

The capabilities statement for this source sought is not expected to be a Request for Quotation, Request for Proposal or Invitation for Bid, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach, but rather the Government is requesting a short statement regarding the company s ability to provide the services/commodities outlined in the draft Statement of Work (SOW). Any commercial brochures or currently existing marketing material may also be submitted with the capabilities statement. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.

This is a sources sought notice only. The information gathered from this request is for information and planning purposes only and will not be released. This does not constitute a solicitation. If a solicitation is issued, it will be issued at a later date. Responses to requests for information are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Vendor participation in this response or any informational session is not a promise of future business with the VA. The Government is not obligated, nor shall it pay for any information received from potential sources as a result of this Sources Sought Notice.

Note: I do not have access to the Contract Opportunities Interested Vendor List and therefore any and all interested parties must submit information to me and only me at email below. Responses shall be submitted to jesus.casiano@va.gov no later than 10:00 A.M., CST, Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Fax or telephone calls will not be accepted.

Salient Characteristics for Transporter Chairs

Brand name or equal Staxi standard Transporter Chair

Occupancy Capacity: 600 lbs.

Non-collapsible, non-folding frame for theft resistance.

Nesting features for stacking- easy to store & locate, securing, and theft resistance.

Fail -safe brake system with handle braking for safe control.

One-hand maneuverability for easy movement.

Load balancing to eliminate strain on transporter.

No removable parts to lose.

Anti-Microbial cushions for optimum hygiene and ease of maintenance.

Anti-Microbial and non-porous arm rest sleeves.

Footrest for occupant comfort and safety.

High quality castors and anti-tip design- easy to maneuver for a smooth and reliable ride.

Lifting armrests to facilitate easy and safe side entry and exit of occupants.

Shipping Address:

Garland VA Medical Center

2300 Marie Curie Blvd

Garland, Texas 75042

Need Date:

August 15, 2025