This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C25726Q0041, for NTX Mobile Lift PM Services, including a base year and four option years. Issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, the solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC). The response deadline is November 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time. The contracting office is located in San Antonio, TX, and the point of contact is Contract Specialist Sherine Brooks (Sherine.Brooks@va.gov). The place of performance involves multiple Department of Veterans Affairs addresses, as detailed in the Statement of Work. The amendment includes attached documents: SF30 36C25726Q0041 0001 and Attachment A_PM Checklist Mobile List-Sample.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 17, is seeking sources for annual inspections, preventative maintenance, and service of mobile powered floor-based lifts. This Sources Sought Notice, identified by solicitation number 36C25726Q0041, is a request for information only and not a formal solicitation. The VA aims to identify capable firms for a contract with a base year and four option years. Interested Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC) should respond by October 14, 2025, at 4 PM CST, providing company details, SAM UEI number, socioeconomic category, and a capabilities statement to Sherine Brooks at Sherine.Brooks@va.gov.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, has issued Solicitation Number 36C25726Q0041 for NTX Mobile Lift PM Services, including a base year and four option years. This solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC) with NAICS code 811210 (Automotive Repair and Maintenance) and Product Service Code J065 (Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment: Instruments and Laboratory Equipment). The response deadline is November 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time, Chicago, USA. Point of contact is Contract Specialist Sherine Brooks at Sherine.Brooks@va.gov. The solicitation includes various attachments such as the Request for Quotation (RFQ), a Statement of Work (SOW), patient safety alerts, PM checklists, and several Service Contract Act Wage Determinations for different Texas counties.

Patient Safety Alert AL14-07 addresses critical issues arising from improper installation, maintenance, and inspection of ceiling-mounted patient lifts within VA facilities. This mandatory alert, based on over 400 patient safety reports and international standards, mandates specific actions to enhance patient safety, even exceeding manufacturer recommendations. It requires the completion of VA-specific checklists for installation, relocation, and corrective/preventive maintenance, in addition to manufacturer checklists, to ensure all safety concerns are addressed. The alert covers all ceiling-mounted patient lift systems in VHA facilities, excluding those in patient homes. Facilities must adhere to specific timelines for checklist implementation and proper documentation in the VistA AEMS/MERS system. The alert also clarifies responsibilities for sign-offs, the importance of load and deflection testing, and the necessity of clinical staff training to prevent incidents. The VA will notify facilities of any changes to the checklists through various channels.

This document outlines a 12-month periodic inspection checklist for medical lifters, adhering to DS/EN ISO 10535:2006 standards. The inspection covers electrical connections, the lifter mechanism, and the lifting hanger. Key checks include cable integrity, charger functionality, emergency stop and lowering systems, full lifting and leg spreading cycles with rated loads, welding for cracks, wheel condition and brakes, and fastener integrity. The lifting hanger inspection focuses on the safety mechanism and sling attachment. This checklist ensures the safe and proper operation of patient lifters, crucial for healthcare facilities, and is likely used in government procurement for maintenance contracts or compliance audits for medical equipment.

This document outlines the commissioning procedures for patient ceiling lift systems, detailing a comprehensive checklist for installation, structural integrity, and operational functionality. It covers visual inspections for proper structural sizing, fastener tightening, track alignment, and debris clearance. The checklist also includes inspecting the lift unit casing, hand control operation, indicator lights, emergency functions, spreader bar, and lift strap. Key checks involve verifying charging capabilities, proper structural connections, ceiling interface, and protective features. Load testing is mandated to confirm 'soft start/stop' features, lifting speed under zero and maximum loads, and emergency lowering and stop functions at maximum capacity. The document emphasizes that these lifts are not for use with actively suicidal patients. Upon completion, the installation must be released by an inspector to a VA representative, who then reviews it before the lift is returned to service. Additionally, the service manager must confirm staff training on proper lift use.

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) disclaimer, clarifying its purpose as an information-gathering and planning tool. It explicitly states that it is not a solicitation and cannot lead to a binding contract with the Government, as per FAR 15.201(e). The RFI also ensures that all proprietary information received will be handled appropriately. Responders are responsible for all associated expenses. This disclaimer is crucial in the context of government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs, as it sets clear expectations and legally protects the issuing agency from any contractual obligations arising from the RFI responses.

This government solicitation, 36C25726Q0041, from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, outlines a requirement for annual inspections, preventative maintenance, and service for mobile powered floor-based lifts across the VA North Texas Health Care System. The contract, with a base year and four option years (November 2025 to November 2030), covers over 100 lifts, including Denali, Molift, Tollos, Sara Plus, Sara Flex, EZ Way, Inovi, and SPA 500 pool lifts, at various locations. Key requirements include manufacturer-approved personnel, adherence to VHA and manufacturer checklists, one-business-day response for service calls, and comprehensive documentation of tests and corrective actions. The contractor must provide all labor, parts, and equipment, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including those related to small businesses and various FAR clauses. Invoices are to be submitted electronically via the Tungsten Network.

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This amendment (36C25726Q0041) to a solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, provides crucial information for offerors regarding PM Services for NTX Mobile Lifts. The due date for offers remains November 10, 2025, at 4 PM CST. The amendment clarifies that this is not a new contract, with previous contracts being 36C25723P0013 and 36C25723P0012, previously held by Interior Fusion. Key details include strap replacements being "as needed" or every 20,000 lifts, with the last PMs completed between October 3, 2024, and October 2, 2025. PMs are scheduled throughout the year with flexibility, and while an "as needed" parts line item for corrective maintenance is not currently allowed, contract modifications will be made for an increased number of lifts. A sample PM checklist (Attachment A) is also provided.

The Statement of Work outlines requirements for annual inspections, preventative maintenance, and service of mobile powered floor-based and pool lifts for the VA North Texas Health Care System. The contractor must provide all parts, equipment, material, labor, and service calls for approximately 101 lifts across 11 locations in North Texas. Services include annual weight and function tests, preventative and corrective maintenance adhering to manufacturer and VHA guidelines, and prompt responses to service calls within one business day. The contract spans a base year plus four option years, with an expected increase in lift quantity. Contractors must be manufacturer-approved, provide detailed documentation of all services, and adhere to strict conduct, safety, and confidentiality requirements. The project aims to ensure the safety and functionality of lifts acquired between 2010 and 2025, with all annual testing to be completed by September 30th each option year.