Medical Carts

Added: Apr 05, 2017 9:09 am This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time. This notice is intended strictly for market research. The purpose of this Sources Sought notice is to determine interest and capability of potential qualifications of Small Businesses, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned firms relative to the North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) 334111.The Department of Veteran s Affairs is seeking small business manufacturer or distributors of small business manufacturers, of functionally equivalent equipment to all the following:

Howard Carts



PART NUMBER 170313-009 HOWARD

HI-PINNACLE E MDL 15 CART

BASE087: Howard Medical HI-Pinnacle E Model 15 Base Cart Description

Central control panel for drawer access, power system controls, battery fuel gauge,

monitor height adjustment, and light controls

LCD VESA monitor mount with motorized height adjustment (6 range)

Monitor mount also includes tilt, swivel, and rotate features. Supports up to 20lbs.

Large work surface with translucent cover; dimensions (usable area) - 18 W x

16.25 D

(4) 5 Premium Dual-wheel casters with 3 locking and 1 swivel caster arrangement in

a 22.2 wheel base

PowerMax 175 Power system (see details below)

On Demand Steer assist technology with pushbutton activation and status indicator -

(see details below)

Universal accessory mounting locations and adapter brackets for left and right side

walls

Worksurface Lamp - LED worksurface Lamp with adjustable brightness and

selectable white or red hue LED lights, provides light onto the cart worksurface top

while working in unlighted areas

10 tiers of configurable storage

No cassettes or drawers included (select a configuration below)

Steering handle on right side wall for ease of maneuvering

Cart footprint 27.5 W x 25 D

Anti-microbial agents in touch surfaces to help reduce the spread of certain types of

bacteria

Standard gray/white color scheme

Advanced electronic locking system with drawer sense technology

Adjustable height IV pole with two hooks and 31 of vertical adjustment

Large External trash bin located on the left side with internal dimensions of, 11.5 H x

14 W x 5.2 D

Convenient pull-out writing shelf (usable area 10 W x 12 L) and mouse pouch

located on right wall

8ft coiled cord with hospital-grade AC plug

Battery fuel gauge built into control panel interface with visual and audible alerts

Tool-less battery compartment

Lockable PC cavity (dimensions: 16.25 H x 16.325 W x 3.5 D)

Narcotics locking compatible

Includes select software from our Mobile Care suite

3-year Standard Warranty (details below)

HI-Pinnacle E Power System

PowerMax 175 with 512 Whr (40 ah) Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery - Rechargeable,

high-efficiency power system; for powering devices up to 175W (175VA); 20A charger;

120VAC true sine output; battery provides long cycle life, fast recharge, and is durable,

safe, environmentally friendly and lightweight. Features:

High output efficiency (85%)

Reusable air filter minimizes dust ingestion, improves reliability

Long battery life; high cycle life

Fast charging (100% recharge in about 2 hours)

Durable - recovery from prolonged discharge

Safe - excellent stability

Lower cost of ownership

Lightweight 14lb battery

HI-Pinnacle E Cart, 3/3/3/3 Standard Warranty

3 Years on Mechanical Components

3 Years on Electrical Components

3 Years on Lithium Battery Defect

3 Years on Lithium Battery Performance

Premium Lighting Package for HI-Pinnacle E

The premium lighting package includes three lighting features that allow you to gain

needed extra light while working at night without disturbing your patient. Features:

Worksurface Lamp

o Provides light onto the cart worksurface top while working in unlighted areas

o LED light with adjustable brightness and selectable light color. White or red

hue

Keyboard Light

o Provides light onto the keyboard for typing while allowing your patient to rest

o LED light with adjustable brightness

Med Drawer Light

o Provides light onto the front and top of med drawers to retrieve medication

Steer Assist Technology for HI-Pinnacle E

Steering Assist Technology (SAT) is an innovative feature facilitating the smooth,

effortless steering of Howard Medical carts. When SAT is engaged, the rear casters are

allowed to act as pivot points easing and stabilizing the navigation around corners and

other changes in direction.

ACCENT006: Gray (GY) - Gray (GY)

CASSETTE009: 1-Tier Cassette with 5.5 bins (3 bins)

Bins measure 5.5W x 2.5H x 12D each.

Bins include dividers.

Divides bins into 6 compartments.

Cannot use more than (1) 1 tier cassette per cart.

If a stackup of cassettes is configured, and a single tier cassette is in the configuration, it must go at the top of the cassette stackup.

18 (5.5 ) Patient Bins and (1) 3-Tier Storage Drawer -

6-Tiers of Patient Bins in Tiers 2-7.

3 Patient Bins Per Tier for a Total of 18.

Bins measure 5.5 W x 2.5 H x 12 D each.

Bins include dividers.

(1) 3-Tier storage drawer in Tiers 8-10.

Drawer measures 16 W x 9 H x 12 D.

Drawer includes interlocking dividers.

Not compatible with Keyboard Drawer in Tier-2.

WIRELESS014: Dual RP-SMA Antenna Mount -

Solution for mounting two RP-SMA style wireless antennas directly behind the

monitor.

Positions antennas for optimum signal strength.

Includes:

Mounting bracket with two RP-SMA receptacles.

(2) RP-SMA extension cables routed into the PC cavity.

Does NOT include antennas.

Mounts to monitor VESA plate.

PCINTG001: Basic Integration kit for Laptop, Thin Client, or (u)SFF PC -

Use PC auto-power up option in BIOS for On/Off control (e.g. Dell or HP), or

choose the appropriate Mini-Dock option below.

This integration kit can be used with laptop, thin client, and (ultra) small form

factor PC s.

For models lacking jack screws on VGA port, recommend using HDMI or

Display port (cable not included), or use appropriate adapter cable. Call Howard

Medical for VGA adapter.

Kit Includes:

1ea - 7 Port USB 2.0 Hub with adapter cable and power supply.

1ea - 10 ft IEC Monitor Power cable.

1ea - Rear Compartment PC support bracket.

1ea - 3 ft x 1 wide PC security velcro strap.

1ea - 6 ft Right angle VGA Cable.

1ea - Cable loom.

8ea - 4 Wire ties.

POCACC021: Small Cup Dispenser -

Refer to cup selection guide for compatibility Load cups through top hinged lid

Dispenses cups from the bottom

Does not include cups

POCACC026: Large Cup Dispenser, Types I & II

Refer to cup selection guide for compatibility

Includes large type I & type II cup dispensers, to accommodate full range of

large size cups

Load cups through top hinged lid

Dispenses cups from the bottom

Does not include cups

LWACC008: Water Pitcher Bracket

Mounted on Left Wall only above Trash Bin

Cannot be combined with any other left wall mount accessories

Water pitcher is located to the left of the work surface for easy access & safe storage

Designed for use with 28 oz plastic water pitcher/carafe up to 4.25 maximum diameter

Water pitcher should always have the lid in place when containing liquids

Bracket resides within the footprint of the cart base

Does not include water pitcher

BARCODE063: Universal Mount for Wireless Scanner Bases - Scanner mounting adapter that supports

multiple scanner models. Attaches to VESA pattern behind monitor and places scanners

just behind the right edge of the monitor, but within the cart footprint for protection.

Models currently supported:

Honeywell 1902

Motorola DS6878HC-FIPS (not non-FIPS)

Code 2500 wireless handle mount (original and new version)

Code 2600 (may limit LCD swivel range)

Datalogic GBT4100 & GBT4400

Intermec SG20

Scanner not included





Item 0002 Howard Medical HI-Pinnacle E Cart (Model 45)

Item 0002: Howard Medical HI-Pinnacle E Cart (Model 45)

Part Number: 170309-005

Component Description

BASE0BASE089: Howard Medical HI-Pinnacle E Model 45 Base Cart Description

Central control panel for drawer access, power system controls, battery fuel gauge,

monitor height adjustment, and light controls

LCD VESA monitor mount with motorized height adjustment (6 range)

Monitor mount also includes tilt, swivel, and rotate features. Supports up to 20lbs.

Large work surface with translucent cover; dimensions (usable area) - 18 W x

16.25 D

(4) 5 Premium Dual-wheel casters with 3 locking and 1 swivel caster arrangement in

a 24.5 wheel base

PowerMax 175 Power system (see details below)

On Demand Steer assist technology with pushbutton activation and status indicator -

(see details below)

Universal accessory mounting locations and adapter brackets for left and right side

walls

Worksurface Lamp - LED worksurface Lamp with adjustable brightness and

selectable white or red hue LED lights, provides light onto the cart worksurface top

while working in unlighted areas

10 tiers of configurable storage

No cassettes or drawers included (select a configuration below)

Steering handle on right side wall for ease of maneuvering

Cart footprint 27.5 W x 25 D

Anti-microbial agents in touch surfaces to help reduce the spread of certain

Standard gray/white color scheme

Advanced electronic locking system with drawer sense technology

Adjustable height IV pole with two hooks and 31 of vertical adjustment

Large External trash bin located on the left side with internal dimensions of, 11.5 H x

14 W x 5.2 D

Convenient pull-out writing shelf (usable area 10 W x 12 L) and mouse pouch

located on right wall

8ft coiled cord with hospital-grade AC plug

Battery fuel gauge built into control panel interface with visual and audible alerts

Tool-less battery compartment

Lockable PC cavity (dimensions: 16.25 H x 16.325 W x 3.5 D)

Narcotics locking compatible

Includes select software from our Mobile Care suite

3-year Standard Warranty (details below)

HI-Pinnacle E Power System

PowerMax 175 with 512 Whr (40 ah) Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery - Rechargeable,

high-efficiency power system; for powering devices up to 175W (175VA); 20A charger;

120VAC true sine output; battery provides long cycle life, fast recharge, and is durable,

safe, environmentally friendly and lightweight. Features:

High output efficiency (85%)

Reusable air filter minimizes dust ingestion, improves reliability

Long battery life; high cycle life

Fast charging (100% recharge in about 2 hours)

Durable - recovery from prolonged discharge

Safe - excellent stability

Lower cost of ownership

Lightweight 14lb battery

HI-Pinnacle E Cart, 3/3/3/3 Standard Warranty

3 Years on Mechanical Components

3 Years on Electrical Components

3 Years on Lithium Battery Defect

3 Years on Lithium Battery Performance

Premium Lighting Package for HI-Pinnacle E

The premium lighting package includes three lighting features that allow you to gain

needed extra light while working at night without disturbing your patient. Features:

Worksurface Lamp

o Provides light onto the cart worksurface Narcotics locking compatible

Includes select software from our Mobile Care suite

3-year Standard Warranty (details below)

HI-Pinnacle E Power System

PowerMax 175 with 512 Whr (40 ah) Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery - Rechargeable,

high-efficiency power system; for powering devices up to 175W (175VA); 20A charger;

120VAC true sine output; battery provides long cycle life, fast recharge, and is durable,

safe, environmentally friendly and lightweight. Features:

High output efficiency (85%)

Reusable air filter minimizes dust ingestion, improves reliability

Long battery life; high cycle life

Fast charging (100% recharge in about 2 hours)

Durable - recovery from prolonged discharge

Safe - excellent stability

Lower cost of ownership

Lightweight 14lb battery

HI-Pinnacle E Cart, 3/3/3/3 Standard Warranty

3 Years on Mechanical Components

3 Years on Electrical Components

3 Years on Lithium Battery Defect

3 Years on Lithium Battery Performance

Premium Lighting Package for HI-Pinnacle E

The premium lighting package includes three lighting features that allow you to gain

needed extra light while working at night without disturbing your patient. Features:

Worksurface Lamp

o Provides light onto the cart worksurface

o LED light with adjustable brightness and selectable light color. White or red

hue

Keyboard Light

o Provides light onto the keyboard for typing while allowing your patient to rest

o LED light with adjustable brightness

Med Drawer Light

o Provides light onto the front and top of med drawers to retrieve medication

from the drawers without disturbing your patient.

Steer Assist Technology for HI-Pinnacle E

Steering Assist Technology (SAT) is an innovative feature facilitating the smooth,

effortless steering of Howard Medical carts. When SAT is engaged, the rear casters are

allowed to act as pivot points easing and stabilizing the navigation around corners and

other changes in direction.

ACCENT006: Gray (GY) - Gray (GY)

LSCONFIG001: 27 (5.5 ) Patient Bins -

9-Tiers of Patient Bins in tiers 2 -10.

3 Patient Bins Per Tier for a Total of 27.

Bins measure 5.5 W x 2.5 H x 12 D each.

Bins include dividers.

Not compatible with Keyboard Drawer in Tier 2.

LSSTORAGE001: 1-tier Storage Drawer -

Drawer measure 16 W x 2.75 H x 12 D.

Drawer includes dividers.

Divides drawer into 9 compartments.

MAINKEY001: All carts keyed the same. - All carts keyed the same.

WIRELESS014: Dual RP-SMA Antenna Mount -

Solution for mounting two RP-SMA style wireless antennas directly behind the

monitor.

Positions antennas for optimum signal strength.

Includes:

Mounting bracket with two RP-SMA receptacles.

(2) RP-SMA extension cables routed into the PC cavity.

Does NOT include antennas.

Mounts to monitor VESA plate.

PCINTG001: Basic Integration kit for Laptop, Thin Client, or (u)SFF PC -

Use PC auto-power up option in BIOS for On/Off control (e.g. Dell or HP), or

choose the appropriate Mini-Dock option below.

This integration kit can be used with laptop, thin client, and (ultra) small form factor PC s.

For models lacking jack screws on VGA port, recommend using HDMI or

Display port (cable not included), or use appropriate adapter cable. Call Howard

Medical for VGA adapter.

Kit Includes:

1ea - 7 Port USB 2.0 Hub with adapter cable and power supply.

1ea - 10 ft IEC Monitor Power cable.

1ea - Rear Compartment PC support bracket.

1ea - 3 ft x 1 wide PC security velcro strap.

1ea - 6 ft Right angle VGA Cable.

1ea - Cable loom.

8ea - 4 Wire ties.

POCACC021: Small Cup Dispenser -

Refer to cup selection guide for compatibility

Load cups through top hinged lid

Dispenses cups from the bottom

Does not include cups

POCACC026: Large Cup Dispenser, Types I & II

Refer to cup selection guide for compatibility

Includes large type I & typecup dispensers, to accommodate full range of

large size cups

Load cups through top hinged lid

Dispenses cups from the bottom

Does not include cups

RWACC014: Sharps Container Cradle, 5.4 qt Lockable -

Mounted on Right Wall, Lower location only

THIS IS N Includes cradle, BD Cradle 305447

Designed for BD 5.4qt sharps container.

Does Not Include Sharps Container

LWACC008: Water Pitcher Bracket

Mounted on Left Wall only above Trash Bin

Cannot be combined with any other left wall mount accessories

Water pitcher is located to the left of the work surface for easy access & safe storage

Designed for use with 28 oz plastic water pitcher/carafe up to 4.25 maximum diameter

Water pitcher should always have the lid in place when containing liquids

Bracket resides within the footprint of the cart base

Does not include water pitcher

RSCONFIG004: (2) 1-Tier Storage Drawers and (2) 2-Tier Storage Drawers

(2) 1-Tier storage drawers in Tiers 1&2.

Drawers measure 10W x 4.5H x 15D each.

(2) 2-Tier storage drawers in Tiers 3-6.

Drawers measure 10W x 9H x 15D each.

Drawers include interlocking dividers.

RSNARC002: Add Narcotics locking to (1) 1-Tier Drawer in Tier 2

Includes keyed emergency override.

Must select RSCONFIG 004, 005, 007, or 008 above Includes interlocking dividers.



NOT A SOLICITATION AND DOES NOT OBLIGATE THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION. Please be advised that the Government will not pay for any information submitted under this announcement. The applicable North American Classification System (NAICS) Code for this requirement is 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing. Responses due are to be submitted by e-mail to Aleta.Jennette@va.gov. Name of firm, Socio-Economic category of the firm (SDVOSB, ) complete address, phone & fax number of contact.