6515--NX EQ Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based

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DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources.
The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide Baxter Liko Viking® brand name or equal the Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver the Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States and its territories.
The anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation.
The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113- Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Product Service Code: 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies and the associated size standard is 800 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to submitting an offer or quotation. You may access the website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/#search at the time of quote submission.
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes.
2.0 SCOPE

Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based are Lifts designed for hoisting and transferring a patient safely and with minimal physical effort. These lifts consist of a C-shaped or U-shaped support base usually including casters, a vertical mast, a pivoting boom, a swivel bar, a seat (sling or rigid), and the lifting mechanism; they are manually, electrically, or battery operated using hydraulic or screw jack lifting mechanisms. Patient lifts are frequently used to transfer patients (e.g., to and from a wheelchair, toilet, or bathtub), reducing the risk of injury to those assisting with the transfer (typically only one person) and of patient drop. Some patient transfer lifts are mounted on tracks to permit patient transfers between rooms or different vertical levels. Lifts may also be designed to include a horizontal platform that is placed on the floor to raise a patient from the floor to standing or sitting position. These units are usually mobile, and battery powered.
The following Contract Line-Items Number (CLIN) are being considered:
CLIN
Part Number
Description
BASE YEAR
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
YEAR 4
0001
2040043
Liko Viking XL includes Universal Twin Bar 670
100
100
100
100
100
0002
2040044
Liko Viking L includes Universal Twin Bar 450
100
100
100
100
100
0003
3156226
Lino Scale 400
100
100
100
100
100
0004
3156232
Adapter Kit for Liko Scale
75
75
75
75
75
0005
2047011
Armrest
100
100
100
100
100
0006
2156076
Universal sling Bar 600 for the Viking XL
50
50
50
50
50
0007
3156086
Universal sling Bar 600 Quick Release for the Viking XL
50
50
50
50
50
0008
2014306
Wheel Set 100/75
25
25
25
25
25
0009
3684105
Lift Sheet, Regular, Poly - XL (880 LBS.)
25
25
25
25
25
0010
3684106
Lift Sheet, Tall, Poly - XL (880 LBS.)
25
25
25
25
25
0011
3684001
Strap, 8 pieces model 600 IC
25
25
25
25
25
0012
3683062
Plastic Reinforcement 200
25
25
25
25
25
0013
3683105
Octo lift strap, Polyester-M
50
50
50
50
50
0014
3683106
Octo lift strap, Polyester-L
50
50
50
50
50
0015
2006110
Lithium-ion Battery Replacement
100
100
100
100
100
0016
2004113
Wall Mount Battery Charger
50
50
50
50
50

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Baxter Liko Viking® brand name or equal Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following salient characteristics (SC):
Apply to the following SC s to CLINs 0001 0002
SC #
SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
METHOD OF EVALUATION
SC 1
Max safe working load 500LBS
Literature Review
SC 2
Must be battery operated/powered
Literature Review
SC 3
Have Emergency system operation power or manual
Literature Review
SC4
Ability to used verity of slings
Literature Review
SC 5
Changeable Sling bars or Spreader bars
Literature Review

Apply to the following SC s to CLINs 0003 - 0014
SC #
SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
METHOD OF EVALUATION
SC 1
All Accessories must work with associated brand of lift
Literature Review

For each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics specified above.
The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.
Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:
Does vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No?

If Yes:
What does the plan cover?
Does plan cover software updates only?
Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?
Does the plan cover both software and parts?

Vendor are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.

Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?

Full name and address of company
DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE
Business Size
Manufacturer or Distributor
If distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer.
Country of Origin designation for all products
Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale.
Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met.
Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.

Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement.

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