7105--Sleep number bed for Veteran under an Independent Living Plan
ID: 36C10D25Q0013Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS BENEFITS ADMIN (36C10D)WASHINGTON, DC, 20006, USA

NAICS

Household Furniture (except Wood and Upholstered) Manufacturing (337126)

PSC

HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE (7105)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotations for the procurement of a Sleep Number bed for a veteran approved under an Independent Living Plan. The specific requirements include a Flex Top King Sleep Number Bed, a Climate 360 Total Protection Mattress Pad, and a Sleep Number Smart Remote, with a firm fixed price purchase order to be established. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing veterans' independence by providing essential living products tailored to their needs. Interested contractors must submit their quotes via email by November 14, 2024, at 15:00 Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Julie Lemire at julie.lemire@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Julie LemireContracting Specialist
    (781) 226-8882
    Julie.Lemire@va.gov
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    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the procurement of Sleep Number beds at the Veterans Home. The government seeks proposals for a firm fixed price purchase order and emphasizes that only brand-specific items will be accepted, with no substitutions allowed. Interested contractors must provide all necessary resources and comply with the stipulated instructions and requirements laid out in the documents. Key points include the provision of specific items such as a Flex Top King Sleep Number Bed, a Climate 360 Total Protection Mattress Pad, and a Sleep Number Smart Remote. The completion and submission of quotes should occur via email by the specified deadline, with strict adherence to the outlined guidelines necessary for consideration. Furthermore, payment terms stipulate that invoices must be submitted through electronic means in line with VA requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. The inclusion of clauses related to small business preferences indicates a strong commitment to supporting veteran-owned and small business enterprises. Overall, this RFQ reflects the government’s structured approach to procurement while emphasizing compliance with established regulations and support for veteran communities.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a presolicitation notice for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to procure a Sleep Number bed for a veteran approved for an Independent Living Plan. The contracting office is located in Washington, DC, with a solicitation number of 36C10D25Q0013. The deadline for responses is set for November 14, 2024, at 15:00 Eastern Time, and submissions will be archived 30 days post-response. This procurement falls under the Small Business Administration set-aside, classified under product service code 7105 and NAICS code 337126. Interested parties can contact Contracting Specialist Julie Lemire either by email or phone for inquiries regarding this procurement. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to supporting veterans' independence through targeted assistance in obtaining essential living products.
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