6515 - 8' Motorized Parallel Bars - KCVA
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Kansas City VA Medical Center, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research purposes. The agency seeks to identify qualified businesses capable of providing (1) 8' Motorized Parallel Bars (Brand Name or Equal), which includes delivery and installation, to assist in the rehabilitation of Veterans. This is not a solicitation for offers, and no quotes will be accepted or evaluated at this time. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The Government is seeking information on industry's capability to provide TRI W-G 8' Motorized Parallel Bars (Brand Name or Equal). The requirement includes both the purchase of the equipment and its subsequent delivery and installation at the Kansas City VA Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: While not a formal set-aside, the notice emphasizes that Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) must be verified in VetCert (https://veterans.certify.sba.gov) to be considered.
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM CST
- Published: May 4, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is for market research only; no quotes will be accepted or evaluated. Interested firms must submit written responses containing:
- Company Name, Address, and Point of Contact (Phone, Fax, Email)
- UEI number
- GSA Contract information (if applicable)
- A Capability Statement demonstrating ability to fulfill the requirement
- Brochures of the product offered, including specifications
- Confirmation of meeting the Buy American statute (FAR 52.225-1)
- An authorized distributor letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
Responses will be used to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability for future acquisition planning.
Eligibility
Prospective contractors must complete electronic annual representations and certifications and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
Point of Contact
- Kelly Malec, Contracting Officer
- Email: Kelly.Malec@VA.GOV
Place of Performance
- Kansas City VA Medical Center, 4801 East Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64128-2226, USA.