Lifts, Patient Equipment for Hospital
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C24W26Q0146
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- French Camp, California 95231, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of a ceiling-mounted patient lift system designed to support safe patient handling and mobility within VA healthcare facilities. The VA is seeking to identify qualified vendors capable of providing a system that meets or exceeds the specifications of the Maxi Sky 2, with the system requiring Federal Supply Class (FSC) 6515 classification under Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (NAICS 339112). Key requirements include lifting capacities of 120 kg, 200 kg, and 272 kg, complete installation services, system testing and operational verification, and a minimum one-year warranty covering parts and labor. The government will use this RFI for market research purposes to determine acquisition strategy feasibility and evaluate vendor capabilities to meet stringent patient safety, infection control, and electrical compliance standards applicable to VA medical environments. Interested parties must submit their responses by April 22, 2026, which represents a seven-day response window from the posting date of April 15, 2026.
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 8127 and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Subpart 819.70, with the VA giving priority consideration to SDVOSBs and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) that are verified in the Veteran Small Business Certification database. The RFI specifically references the Maxi Sky 2 as the baseline system specification, indicating this may serve as a current or benchmark system for comparison purposes. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice, as the RFI is primarily intended to assess market capability and inform the government's acquisition strategy under the "Rule of Two" analysis. The procurement will encompass all required components including ceiling rails, supports, motors, controls, and accessories, along with installation and testing services. Qualified vendors should prepare documentation demonstrating their technical capability to meet or exceed the specified lifting capacity and performance requirements while maintaining compliance with VA medical facility standards.
Notice text
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Request for Information (RFI)
Ceiling Track Patient Lift System (Brand Name or Equal to Maxi Sky 2)
FSC: 6515 | NAICS: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
1. Purpose
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for market research purposes only in accordance with FAR Part 10. The VA is seeking to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) capable of providing a ceiling track patient lift system that meets or exceeds the specifications of the Maxi Sky 2.
This RFI will assist the Government in determining acquisition strategy, including the feasibility of a set-aside in accordance with the "Rule of Two" under VAAR 819.7005.
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2. Set-Aside Consideration (VA Specific)
In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 8127 and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA will give priority to SDVOSBs and VOSBs.
Interested vendors must be verified in the Veteran Small Business Certification.
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3. Background
The VA is seeking to procure a ceiling-mounted patient lift system to support safe patient handling and mobility within VA healthcare facilities. The system must meet stringent patient safety, infection control, and electrical compliance standards applicable to VA medical environments.
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4. Scope of Requirement
The contractor shall provide:
- A ceiling track patient lift system (brand name or equal to Maxi Sky 2)
- All required rails, supports, motors, controls, and accessories
- Complete installation
- System testing and operational verification
- A minimum one (1) year warranty covering parts and labor
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5. Minimum Technical Requirements
Vendors must demonstrate capability to meet or exceed the following:
Performance & Capacity
- Lifting capacities: 120 kg (265 lbs), 200 kg (440 lbs), 272 kg (600 lbs)
- Lifting speeds:
o 5.1 cm/sec (no load)
o 4.2 cm/sec (120 kg)
o 3.8 cm/sec (200 kg)
o 3.3 cm/sec (272 kg)
- Horizontal displacement speeds: 10, 15, and 20 cm/sec (4", 6", 8"/sec)
- Maximum stroke: 2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Physical Characteristics
- Lifter weight:
o Four-function: 12.3 kg (27 lbs)
o Two-function: 11.6 kg (26 lbs)
- Strap length: 2500 mm (90.6 inches)
- Operating force: < 5 N
Electrical Requirements
- Input: 100240 VAC, 5060 Hz
- Battery: Sealed rechargeable valve-regulated lead acid
- Charger output: 28.1 VDC, 1 A max
- Motors:
o Horizontal: 24 VDC, 62 watts
o Vertical: 24 VDC, 360 watts (2 minutes max)
- Duty cycle:
o Up/Down: 10% (2 minutes continuous)
o Left/Right: 20% (5 minutes continuous)
Safety & Compliance
- Noise: 61 dBA
- Protection class: Internally powered equipment
- Compliance: IEC 60601-1 (Type BF protection)
- IP ratings:
o Lift: IP24
o Hand control: IP7
Battery Performance
- 120 transfers at 100 kg (220 lbs)
- 70 transfers at 200 kg (440 lbs)
- 32 transfers at 272 kg (600 lbs)
Charging
- Track-mounted charging station or in-rail continuous charging capability
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6. Vendor Response Requirements
Interested SDVOSBs shall submit:
1. Company Information
2. Business name, address, and POC
3. UEI number
4. Proof of SDVOSB certification in VetCert
5. FSS Contract Information
6. Contract number
7. SIN(s) applicable to FSC 6515
8. Technical Capability
9. Statement confirming "brand name or equal" capability
10. Installation Capability
11. Description of installation approach and experience in medical facilities
12. Warranty Confirmation
13. Minimum 1-year warranty (parts & labor)
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7. Submission Instructions
Responses shall be submitted via email to:
Matthew Brown
Response Deadline: 04/17/2026
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8. Disclaimer
This RFI is issued in accordance with FAR 15.201(e) and is for information and planning purposes only. This is not a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for any information submitted in response to this notice.
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