W065--Bed Equipment Rentals
ID: 36C24225Q0016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (W065)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 2, is seeking qualified vendors for the rental of bed equipment, including beds, mattresses, and ancillary items, for the James J. Peters (Bronx) VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice aims to conduct market research to identify potential suppliers who can meet the requirements for patient care equipment rentals, ensuring compliance with VA safety standards and providing necessary training for staff on equipment usage. The anticipated contract duration is from November 1, 2024, through October 31, 2025, with options for four additional years, and interested parties must submit their capability statements by 2:00 PM EST on October 4, 2024, to Lynn Krakowiak at Lynn.Krakowiak@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lynn KrakowiakContract Specialist
    (716) 862-6385
    Lynn.Krakowiak@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify suppliers for bed equipment rentals, including beds, mattresses, and ancillary items needed for patient care at the James J. Peters (Bronx) VA Medical Center. The notice invites capable vendors to submit capability statements by October 4, 2024. It will inform procurement methods, but no contract will be awarded based solely on this notice. The anticipated contract duration is from November 1, 2024, through October 31, 2025, with options for four additional years. The scope includes providing all necessary materials, labor, and equipment for the requested services, adhering to specific performance and delivery requirements. Key tasks include prompt equipment delivery and compliance with VA safety standards, as well as training for staff on equipment usage. Interested organizations must disclose their size status, NAICS codes, and any relevant information about federal supply schedules, ensuring at least 50% of labor costs are directed to their employees. Vendor responses will be evaluated holistically to determine the potential for small business set-asides while ensuring patient care needs are met effectively.
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