Seeking Domestic Equal Brands to DRE AVELA Medical Chairs and Pneumatic Stirrups

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 8 is conducting market research to identify domestic brand name or equal alternatives to DRE Avela Medical Chairs and Pneumatic Stirrups, with capability statements due by 4:00 PM EST on September 22, 2026. This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, commitment to award, or request for quote.

The procurement targets Small Business concerns aligned with NAICS 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, 800-employee size standard) and requires domestic equal products meeting all compatibility, functional, and performance specifications. Place of performance is the VA Caribbean Healthcare System Radiation Oncology Service in Carolina, Puerto Rico. The requirement includes three DRE Avela Procedure Chairs (Model 7AVELA, Part Number CESS-A-7AVELA), two pairs of DRE Pneumatic-Assisted Stirrups (Part Number 80G11), dock-to-dock freight delivery, and installation with initial orientation and training.

The specified procedure chair must feature motorized height adjustment (25.2" to 38.6"), motorized backrest, footrest, and incline adjustments, four independent motors, 240 degrees manual rotation, 3-position memory hand controller with RESET and LOCK functions, dual-sided foot pedal controllers, 350-pound weight capacity, removable multi-angle adjustable stirrups with adjustable headrest, ISO 13485 certification, and FDA registration with factory-trained technician support. Vendors must submit capability statements via email to Contract Specialist Camille Alderman (Camille.Alderman@va.gov) including company information, SAM UEI, socio-economic status, technical specifications demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics, and evidence of past or current similar contracts. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for future award consideration.