J065--598-25-3-8317-0093 Barrier Free Lifts POP 5/1/2025-4/30/2026
ID: 36C25625Q0689Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/80da15b626b1467b95c5bb8e86f56220/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors for the maintenance and service of patient lifts at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS), specifically for 504 Horcher patient lifts located in Little Rock and North Little Rock. The contract requires certified personnel to perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency. This service is critical for maintaining the functionality of medical equipment that supports patient care, emphasizing the importance of quality service delivery in healthcare settings. Interested contractors, particularly service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, should note that the total award amount is $34 million, with a contract period spanning from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, and must contact Contracting Specialist Joseph L Warren at Joseph.Warren@va.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joseph L WarrenContracting Specialist
    Joseph.Warren@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25625Q0689_1.docx
    The document outlines a solicitation for the maintenance and service of patient lifts at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This contract, awarded under requisition number 36C25625Q0689, emphasizes a set-aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and has a total award amount of $34 million. The contract will span multiple years, with a base period and several renewable option periods, each lasting one year. The contractor will be responsible for offering the required services in accordance with the attached statement of work. Key elements include the requirement for invoices to be submitted electronically, adherence to various federal laws, and specifics regarding contractor insurance obligations. The solicitation incorporates terms and conditions necessary for government compliance and mandates detailed reporting to ensure transparency and accountability. The options to extend the contract shows flexibility for continuation based on performance and needs. Overall, the document serves as a formal guide for prospective contractors interested in providing essential services to the VA, reflecting the agency's commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises while ensuring high standards in healthcare support.
    36C25625Q0689.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for a contract focused on maintenance and service for patient lifts at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in Little Rock and North Little Rock. The contractor will be required to provide qualified personnel to conduct preventative maintenance, routine inspections, and emergency repairs on Horcher patient lifts, including calibrating and replacing defective parts. This notice indicates that the solicitation will occur between March 24 and April 7, 2025, and is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 811210. Interested parties must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and be prepared for the formal solicitation, as pricing requests are not yet being accepted. This document serves as an early notification rather than an actual solicitation, and no responses to it are required.
    SOW_CAVHS Patient Lift Maintenance Service final.docx
    The Patient Lift Maintenance and Service Contract for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) encompasses comprehensive upkeep of 504 Horcher patient lifts at both Little Rock and North Little Rock locations. The contractor must provide certified personnel and necessary tools for preventive maintenance (PM), inspections, and unscheduled repairs, including emergency services outside standard VA administrative hours. The contract necessitates technicians with a minimum of three years of experience and specific training in Horcher products, ensuring safety and compliance in operations. Routine inspections are vital, with procedures for returning used parts for verification. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and maintaining operational standards, including staff training for CAVHS personnel. The agreement outlines work hours, emergency response protocols, and stipulates that normal wear and tear is covered, while misuse is not. The Government will support the contractor by providing necessary access and utility services, while quality assurance measures will evaluate contractor performance. Overall, this contract emphasizes quality service delivery and accountability in maintaining critical patient lift equipment at CAVHS facilities.
    wage determination.pdf
    The provided document appears to be largely corrupted or unreadable due to nonsensical characters and encoding issues, thereby rendering it unfit for analysis regarding its content. It is, however, expected that a typical government file related to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) or federal and state grants would detail mechanisms for funding, eligibility criteria, application processes, and areas of focus for potential projects. Such files often serve as vital resources for governmental and non-governmental organizations, promoting transparency and structured resource allocation. If discernible, one would anticipate the document to outline specific project goals aligned with public interests, timelines, and reporting requirements, ensuring adherence to fiscal accountability and project deliverables. Given the ambiguities within this file, a comprehensive evaluation of its purpose or guiding principles is, unfortunately, unachievable.
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