6515--Powered Standing and Raising Aid
ID: 36C26225Q0793Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fac834a1965c4bb8959ebdc5f0af1be4/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals from small businesses for the procurement of powered standing and raising aids, specifically nine units of the SARA Plus with Scale and additional components, for the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System in Prescott, Arizona. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) emphasizes compliance with specific performance and quality standards, requiring suppliers to submit an Authorized Distributor Letter from the original equipment manufacturer to be eligible for consideration. This procurement is part of the government's initiative to enhance accessible and quality care for veterans, with proposals due by April 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. Interested parties should communicate solely via email with the Contracting Officer, Deronte Reid, at Deronte.reid@va.gov for further inquiries.

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    Deronte ReidContracting Officer
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    Deronte.reid@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0793.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for supplying powered standing and raising aids through a Request for Quote (RFQ), designated as Solicitation Number 36C26225Q0793. This procurement is specifically set aside for small businesses. The proposal submissions are due by April 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The contract will be executed by the Network Contracting Office 22 at their facility in Long Beach, CA, with the resulting services to be performed at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System in Prescott, AZ. Attached documents provide detailed descriptions of the RFQ, salient characteristics, and required certifications, highlighting the need for small business participation. Interested parties are instructed to communicate solely via email. The solicitation aligns with the federal government's initiative to support small businesses through targeted contract opportunities.
    Offeror Reps and Certs_52.212-3 - Return with Offer.docx
    The document outlines the Offeror Representations and Certifications necessary for federal procurement related to commercial products and services. It specifies that Offerors must complete certain representations based on their submissions in the System for Award Management (SAM). Key definitions are provided, such as "small business concern," "economically disadvantaged women-owned small business," and others relevant to certifications required for government contracts. Furthermore, it mandates certain representations regarding business status, including small businesses, veteran-owned status, and compliance with federal regulations on child labor, environmental standards, and telecommunications equipment. The document emphasizes the necessity of declaring any impending legal or tax issues and ensuring no connections with prohibited practices, particularly regarding Sudan and Iran. Overall, this provision serves to foster transparency and compliance with federal regulations for entities seeking government contracts, ensuring that all Offerors maintain ethical and legal standards while participating in government procurement processes.
    RFQ Description - 36C26225Q0793.docx
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for Powered Standing & Raising Aids required by the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System. This RFQ is limited to small businesses under NAICS Code 339113, which encompasses the supply of medical equipment. The primary goal is to procure nine units of the SARA Plus with Scale and additional components such as seat frames and commode seats, with specific performance and quality standards that must be met. All offers must be submitted electronically by April 18, 2025, with responses demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics outlined in the RFQ. A notable condition is that suppliers must provide an Authorized Distributor Letter from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to be eligible for consideration. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest-priced responsive offer that meets all requirements on an “All-or-None” basis. The document outlines detailed clauses of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that govern the procurement process, including delivery stipulations requiring all items to be delivered within 60 days after the contract award, including any necessary installation and training. This solicitation underscores the government's ongoing efforts to ensure accessible and quality care for veterans.
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