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The Mississippi Veterans Affairs (MSVA) has issued a Request for Quote Formal (RFQF) for Accora Empresa Nursing Beds and related accessories, specifically targeting Hinds County. The procurement seeks to acquire 58 standard 36-inch nursing beds, 34 standard 36-inch beds with side panels, 11 bariatric 42-inch nursing beds, 15 trapeze/lifting poles, 66 long assist bars, and 45 safety mats. The beds must meet stringent specifications including adjustable heights, Trendelenburg positioning capabilities, electronic controls, waterproof mattresses with vapor permeable covers meeting Federal Fire Code 16 CFR part 1633, and safe working loads of 600 lbs. Vendors must provide wood headboards and footboards in Anthracite Fineline Metallic finish with Skandi style, and include 12-year warranties for frames and 4-year warranties for electrical components. The initial bid responses are due by September 10, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST, with a tentative reverse auction scheduled for September 17, 2024, from 3:30-4:30 PM CST, and a contract intent to award date of September 24, 2024. The winning bidder must commence delivery within 120 days of award, with pricing inclusive of all equipment, materials, insurance, overhead, profit, transportation, labor, licenses, permits, and fees.

The solicitation includes set-aside requirements for certified small and minority-owned businesses, with a preference for vendors registered to do business in Mississippi. While no specific incumbent vendor is identified in the Accora Empresa Nursing Beds procurement, the contract will be subject to the Mississippi Public Records Act and the Mississippi Accountability and Transparency Act. The MSVA is exempt from federal excise taxes and state and local sales or use taxes, and the contract may be extended but does not include automatic renewals. Pricing must be comprehensive, with no additional or hidden costs, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specified requirements. Though a precise total contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant medical equipment investment, suggesting a substantial budget allocation for these specialized nursing beds and accessories. Vendors must demonstrate comprehensive compliance with technical specifications, warranty requirements, and delivery timelines to be considered for award.