RFI- Hospital Specialty Beds
ID: HT941025RFI0007Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

HOSPITAL FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, AND SUPPLIES (6530)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0ec610a5a6b34323830cb1ccc07817be/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 30, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to explore market options for specialty hospital beds and accessories, specifically for the Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD). The RFI aims to assess the availability of responsible sources and inform future contract awards, potentially favoring small business set-asides, with a focus on various specialized beds equipped with therapeutic features such as pulsation therapy and rehabilitation capabilities. These specialty beds are crucial for enhancing patient care and safety in hospital settings. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities and product specifications electronically by May 29, 2025, to Cheryl Mercado at cheryl.m.mercado.civ@health.mil, with a submission limit of 10 pages.

Point(s) of Contact
Cheryl Mercado
(210) 952-8322
cheryl.m.mercado.civ@health.mil
Files
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Posted
RFI - Specialty beds.docx
Mar 17, 2025, 7:07 PM UTC
The Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking market research on specialty bed rental options for hospital use. The purpose is to assess the availability of responsible sources and inform the direction of future contract awards, potentially on a small business set-aside basis. The RFI outlines specific requirements for specialty beds, including models with specific therapy features and their associated accessories. Respondents must provide capabilities related to the listed items, which include features like patient safety, delivery, and installation timelines. Interested parties are invited to submit structured responses detailing their product specifications, interest in fulfilling the requirements, and any proprietary information. The document specifies that responses should be submitted electronically by May 29, 2025, and outlines key specifics of the submission, including a limit of 10 pages for content. The RFI is strictly for information gathering and does not constitute a solicitation for contract awards, but insights gained may influence future procurement strategies.
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