Unrestricted Solicitation Brand Name Only Guldmann Ceiling

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 12 seeks procurement and installation of seven Guldmann GH3+ patient ceiling lift systems for the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, with proposals due September 18. This is a brand-name-only sole-source procurement under FAR 13.5 simplified procedures, foreclosing competition outside Guldmann.

Place of performance is Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The requirement includes design services, structural engineering drawings with calculations, BIM models for clash detection, equipment procurement, delivery, and onsite installation. Specific deliverables comprise two lifts with 550-pound capacity, two lifts with 770-pound capacity, two additional 770-pound lifts with double rail track systems, and three 550-pound lifts with single rail systems. All lifts must feature integrated Class III scales, emergency manual lowering devices, rechargeable batteries supporting 120 transfers at 200 pounds, and continuous charge track systems with aluminum construction. The scope includes basic high slings meeting ISO 10535 standards, hanger bars, and comprehensive training for facility personnel on operation and maintenance. Installation must occur within 365 days of award, scheduled Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST around patient care needs. The contractor must provide one-year warranty with phone response within one hour and onsite response within 24 hours.

Estimated value is $124,000. Award will be made to the lowest price technically acceptable offer. The NAICS code is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing; PSC is 6515, Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. A Buy American Certificate is required. Payment is electronic through the VA Financial Services Center upon acceptance, with invoicing through Tungsten Network e-Invoice system.