The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a solicitation for the procurement of Podiatry Chairs through solicitation number 36C24225Q0557. Proposals are due by April 25, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Time. The contracting office is located at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, NY, and the products will be delivered to the Castle Point VA Medical Center in Wappingers Falls, NY. This request is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and is not funded by the Recovery Act. The solicitation references Product Service Code 6515 and NAICS Code 339113. Detailed specifications for the Podiatry Chairs can be found in the attached document (S02 - Solicitation Attachment) to this notice. Interested parties can contact Wilmen Joa at Wilmen.Joa@va.gov for further inquiries. The VA's official website is provided for additional information.
The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) #36C24225Q0557 from the government for the procurement of podiatry chairs, specifically aimed at Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The RFQ details a requirement for various items including procedure chairs, upholstery kits, and headrest components. Offerors must submit their quotes via email by the specified deadline of 11:00 am EST on April 25, 2025, and are required to provide proof of authorization from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to ensure compliance with warranty and service terms. The evaluation will focus primarily on price, along with special standards of responsibility, ensuring no gray market items are included. Delivery of the items is expected within five months following the contract award, with all submissions guided by specific contracting provisions. This solicitation emphasizes the government's commitment to utilizing small businesses while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance through detailed instructions and requirements. The RFQ reflects the structured procurement process typical in federal contracting to support veteran-focused initiatives.