6515--676- VELA MOVE CHAIRS (VA-25-00036831)
ID: 36C25225Q0463Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/30387515979a47d28f14f6a2bf6c610b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to issue a solicitation for the procurement of VELA Move Chairs, with the solicitation number 36C25225Q0463 expected to be released around July 16, 2025. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under the NAICS code 339112, which pertains to Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans. The VELA Move Chairs are essential for enhancing patient mobility and comfort within VA facilities, addressing the operational needs of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Interested suppliers should note that the response deadline for this opportunity is set for July 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time, and can reach Contract Specialist Vernise L Newton at vernise.newton@va.gov or by phone at 414-844-4800 x43248 for further inquiries.

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    vernise.newton@va.govVernise L. Newton
    414-844-4800 x43248
    vernise.newton@va.gov
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    36C25225Q0463_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to release Solicitation 36C25225Q0463 for the procurement of VELA Move Chairs, set to issue around July 16, 2025. This solicitation falls under the NAICS code 339112 and is designated as a Total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) set-aside. The issuance of this presolicitation notice aims to inform potential suppliers and stakeholders about the upcoming opportunity to participate in the bidding process. The contracting office is located at 115 South 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee WI 53214-1476, with a specified response deadline of July 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. This procurement highlights the government's commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses while addressing the specific operational needs of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
    36C25225Q0463.docx
    The Source Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks information on prospective contractors capable of providing VELA ophthalmic examination chairs (model 70034). The notice is aimed at both Small Businesses and Other than Small Businesses, including Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, to assess their interest and capability in fulfilling this requirement. The estimated quantity is six chairs, and responses must include qualifications, business size or socioeconomic status, and any necessary correspondence from the manufacturer. This notice is strictly for market research and does not constitute a solicitation; it emphasizes that no costs will be reimbursed for submissions, which must be sent by email by the deadline of May 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The VA encourages participation, as VOSBs and SDVOSBs must be registered and verified for set-aside consideration. Overall, this document serves the primary purpose of gauging market interest for a specialized medical product while providing clear instructions for potential vendors.
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