6515--Guldmann Patient Ceiling Lift Systems Brand Name or Equal to
ID: 36C26026Q0228Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

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Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 20, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Guldmann Patient Ceiling Lift Systems, or equivalent, for the Boise VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to acquire ceiling lift systems with various weight capacities (605 lb, 825 lb, and 1100 lb) for resident rooms and ICU, which will include the removal of existing systems and installation of new units that meet specific salient characteristics such as integrated scales, emergency stop features, and compatibility with various slings. This equipment is crucial for ensuring safe patient handling and minimizing injury risks for both patients and staff. Interested businesses, including Small Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), and large businesses, must submit their capability statements and a courtesy quote to Maureen Sundstrom at Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov by 10:00 AM PST on December 31, 2025, as this is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only.

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    Maureen SundstromContract Specialist
    Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 20 has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C26026Q0228) for Guldmann Patient Ceiling Lift Systems, or equivalent, for the Boise VA Medical Center. This notice serves as market research to identify qualified businesses, including Small Businesses, SDVOSBs, VOSBs, and large businesses, capable of providing and installing these systems. The requirement includes various weight capacities (605 lb, 825 lb, 1100 lb) for resident rooms and ICU, along with removal of existing systems. Key salient characteristics for the lifts include integrated scales, emergency stop/lowering features, specific lift speeds and intervals, metal gears, continuous rail charging, and compatibility with various slings. The contractor will be responsible for delivery, coordination, safety certifications post-installation, and providing basic troubleshooting training. A minimum three-year warranty is required. Responses, including company information, business size, manufacturer/distributor status, proof of authorization, and a courtesy quote, are due by December 31, 2025, 10:00 AM PST.
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