SOURCES SOUGHT
65 -- Request for Information - Personal Mobility Device
- Notice Date
- 10/5/2007
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- Contracting Office
- Department of Veterans Affairs;OA&MM / National Acquisition Center;Building 37;1st Avenue, One Block North of Cermak;Hines IL 60141
- ZIP Code
- 60141
- Solicitation Number
- VA-797-08-RI-0003
- Archive Date
- 12/4/2007
- Point of Contact
- Kimberly Cowan-Tucker Contracting Officer kimberly.cowan-tucker2@va.gov
- Description
- Product Review Meeting Proposal 10-4-07 Products of interest: VA is seeking manufacturers of an Electric powered, battery-operated, wheeled personal mobility device that is operated from a standing position. The device must have a minimum rider weight capacity of 200 pounds and a minimum total carrying capacity of 250#, a minimum speed of 8 miles per hour, a minimum range of 8 miles, and minimum one year warranty. Requirements: An in-person presentation and demonstration to provide an overview of product features and capabilities, models available and features inherent to each is required. Information will include requirements and strategies for mounting, dismounting and operating the device, indoor and outdoor maneuverability on even and uneven terrain, turning radius, speed, and range. Minimum physical and functional criteria (i.e. balance, strength, coordination, hand function, cognition) will be presented along with contraindications and safety considerations. A review of all safety tests and reports available will be provided. Recommended training procedure and competency assessment will also be included and options for safely operating the device from an alternative position (i.e. sitting) will be discussed. The presentation will include an overview of all available options and accessories. A discussion regarding maintenance requirements, service process, and customer support services will be included. Location and Date: San Antonio, TX November 6, 2007 Please contact Kimberly Cowan-Tucker (kimberly.cowan-tucker2@va.gov) no later than October 16th to schedule an appointment on November 6, 2007.
- Record
- SN01429513-W 20071007/071006060737 (fbodaily.com)
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