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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF AUGUST 21, 2015 FBO #5019
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65 -- Standard Manual Wheelchairs - Attachment

Notice Date

8/19/2015
 

Notice Type

Attachment
 

NAICS

339112 — Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs;Strategic Acquisition Center;10300 Spotsylvania Ave;Fredericksburg VA 22408
 

ZIP Code

22408
 

Solicitation Number

VA11915N0442
 

Response Due

8/26/2015
 

Archive Date

10/25/2015
 

Point of Contact

LaTanya Collier
 

E-Mail Address

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Small Business Set-Aside

N/A
 

Description

SUBJECT: Request for information (RFI), Synopsis for Standard Manual Wheelchairs. The Department of Veterans Affairs, in conjunction with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is seeking a better understanding of the market capability for the proposed commodities above. The purpose of this Request for information (RFI) is to obtain information on the capability of vendors to provide Standard Manual Wheelchairs for VHA with a national standardized source for the selected items. This RFI allows potential contractor to submit a non-binding statement of interest and documentation demonstrating their capabilities, and suggestions that will allow the Government to refine its potential course of action. The RFI effort is intended to assess available sources of supplies, suppliers' capabilities, and solicit feedback for acquisition planning purposes. The strategic Acquisition center (SAC) is requesting response from qualified suppliers and/or businesses concerns. The NAICS code for this effort is 339113. BACKGROUND: The Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) Prosthetic Clinical Management Program (PCMP) has identified Standard Manual Wheelchairs as a uniform preferred product for continued potential consolidated contracting. The purpose of consolidated contracting is to obtain user uniformity and quality products at competitive prices Minimum Technical Specification FEATURESPECIFICATION ANSI/RESNA Report Please submit the following: ANSI/RESNA disclosure and test results per Volume 1, Section 15 Seat Sizes (width x depth) with occupant mass (weight) capacity1)16"x16" with 250# occupant mass (weight) capacity. 2)18"x16" with 250# occupant mass (weight) capacity. 3)20"x18" with 300# occupant mass (weight) capacity.* * A separate RESNA test report is required for this model given the occupant mass capacity is different than the (2) other models. Frame DescriptionFolding frame. Frame material is not designated. Arm supportFixed height, detachable, reversible, with desk length padded arm support. Solid panel to serve as clothing guard. Back Canes8-10 degree bend with integrated push handles. Backrest heightFixed height at 16.5" plus or minus (+/-) 1" (one inch). Seat and back support description Nylon seat and back support. Seat upholstery must include hook style Velcro sewn in place to secure a cushion. The location of the Velcro attachment is not specified. Opposing loop style Velcro must be included. Seat to floor height19.5" plus or minus (+/-) ½" (one-half inch). Casters8" composite casters with solid tires. Rear wheels24" composite wheels, solid treaded tires, aluminum push rim, threaded axles with wheels bolted in place. Wheelchairs with dual axle positions will not be excluded. For adjustable rear seat to floor height, front caster housing must maintain vertical alignment. Front RiggingSwing-away, detachable, 70-degree angle, adjustable length by push- button, flip-up composite footplate with heel loop. Wheel locksPush to lock. Anti-tip devicesAdjustable length, removable, mounted on both right and left sides of frame. If alternate rear seat heights are available, adjustability of anti-tip device must support compatibility with all seat heights. Overall weight of the wheelchair For 16"x16" and 18"x16" with 250# occupant mass capacity, 36 # maximum device weight includes all components except front riggings. For 20"x18" with 300# occupant mass capacity, the overall weight of the wheelchair is not specified. Warranty Minimum one-year warranty for parts and labor. Associated forms must accompany proposal. User ManualConsistent with requirements outlined as established standards in RESNA Volume I Section 15. Order formA product order form must be provided that is consistent with requirements outlined in the national contract. Two versions of the form shall be submitted; one with pricing (itemized) and one without pricing for technical evaluation (shall be included in technical volume). REQUIRED OPTIONS Elevating Leg SupportSwing away, adjustable length, adjustable position calf pad, flip up composite footplate. Multiple elevation positions must be available. Wheel lock extensions Minimum 6" length, removable, with retention string to attach extension to the wheel lock. Oxygen tank holderAccommodates E-tank. Designed for efficient installation with both right and left orientation available without adverse impact on client safety (i.e. compromise of rearward chair stability or contact of tank with client). Must be compatible with cane/crutch holder and anti-tip devices. Cane/crutch holderDesigned for efficient installation with both right and left orientation available. Must be compatible with oxygen tank holder and anti-tip devices. INSTRUCTIONS: Submit a brief description, four (4) pages or less (including cover letter) that demonstrates your company's ability to provide Standard Manual Wheelchairs that provides VHA with a national standardized source for the selected items. You should also demonstrate your company's ability to provide this product anywhere in the United States. Demonstrate your past experience in performing these services for the past two years to include your contract number and your socioeconomic status. Responses should include business size, business type, socio-economic status, If you have a FSS schedule, contract number, and capability. Please submit your responses to the Contracting Specialist, LaTanya Collier at Latanya.collier@va.gov, Responses are due by 12:00 noon EST Aug 26, 2015 DISCLAIMER: Issuance of this RFI or Sources Sought is to assist the VA in determining sources only and does not commit or bind the Government under any circumstances, nor does it constitute any obligation whatsoever on the part of the Government to procure these services or to issue a solicitation, nor to notify respondents of the results of this notice. No solicitation documents exist at this time; the Department of Veterans Affairs is neither seeking proposals nor accepting unsolicited proposals, and responses to this RFI or Sources Sought cannot be accepted as offers. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Any information the vendor considers proprietary should be clearly marked as such. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI or Sources Sought.
 

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Document(s)

Attachment
 

File Name: VA119-15-N-0442 VA119-15-N-0442.docx (https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov/FBODocumentServer/DocumentServer.aspx?DocumentId=2260958&FileName=VA119-15-N-0442-000.docx)

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Record

SN03846748-W 20150821/150820000529-c95e794fd16f04ea93fd45578ffb01d4 (fbodaily.com)
 

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