6515--Bariatric Beds - JAX
Overview
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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 Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable businesses for providing Umano Medical OOK snow All medical beds for the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. The VA is primarily interested in Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Small Businesses (SB), though other than small businesses may also respond. This is not a solicitation for proposals, but rather an information-gathering effort. Responses are due by May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for six (6) Umano Medical OOK snow All medical beds with Pilot Drive, along with six mattresses, six IV poles, and related accessories. Key specifications for the beds include a 1060 lb. weight capacity, battery backup, built-in scale, bed exit detection, programmable lowest height, integrated pump holder, Pilot Drive system, and 35'' to 47'' infinite width adjustment. Mattresses must be Bariatric Air Mattress Systems. The contractor will also be responsible for 10-year parts service coverage, a 3-year parts and labor warranty, coordination with the Biomedical Department for installation, onsite education and competency training, and assistance with terminal cleaning.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a 200-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: Montgomery VA Medical Center, 1500 Woodrow Wilson Avenue, Jackson, MS 39216.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Central Time.
- Published: May 22, 2026.
Submission & Eligibility
Interested parties, particularly SDVOSBs and SBs, must submit a Capabilities Statement via email to Justin.Taylor5@va.gov. The submission must include the Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number, proof of authorized dealer status for Umano Medical beds, and any relevant qualifying certifications. Respondents should also address the item's manufacturing location, manufacturer, authorized distributors, and the availability of equivalent domestic end products. All interested businesses must be registered, active, and verified in SAM.gov, VETCert, and VETS-4212.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for market research purposes, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. A draft Statement of Work (SOW) is provided, detailing the specific requirements. The VA is open to "brand name or equal" products, requiring detailed specifications for any proposed equivalent items.