6515--Exam Chairs CBOC new Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC in Elko Nevada.

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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of exam chairs for a new Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Elko, Nevada. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information to support the activation of this new clinic, which aims to expand clinical services to veterans in the Elko, Utah area. The RFI specifies the need for six (6) exam tables, with a preference for the Midmark 626 model or an equal product, to be delivered by February 1st to meet the clinic's activation schedule.

This RFI is crucial for potential bidders interested in supplying medical equipment for the Elko CBOC. It outlines specific technical requirements for the exam tables, including features such as a clean assist roller system, Active Sensing Technology, hand and foot controls, stirrups, pelvic tilt, arms, a minimum weight capacity of 650 lbs, specific height and dimension ranges, a heated drawer, a paper roll holder, and tamper-resistant electrical receptacles. Bidders must ensure their proposed products meet or exceed the specified ANSI/AAMI and CAN/CSA standards. The RFI also clarifies that it is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, with all response expenses being the responsibility of the responder. The solicitation number is 36C25926Q0199, with a Product Service Code of 6515 and NAICS Code of 339113. The set-aside is SBA.

Sources Sought

This is a Sources Sought notice for Exam Chairs for a new Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Elko, Nevada. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of providing these items. This notice is not a solicitation, Request for Quote (RFQ), or Request for Proposal (RFP), and no contract will be awarded from this notice.

• The VA is seeking information on companies that can provide Exam Chairs.

• Vendors are asked to provide company information, business size, and answer specific questions regarding their ability to meet requirements, including manufacturing location and potential for FSS/GSA/Other Contract offerings.

• Specific questions relate to compliance with subcontracting limitations, furnishing products from small business manufacturers, and the country of origin for end products.

• A Firm-Fixed Price contract is anticipated.

• This is anticipated to be a commercial service acquisition under FAR Part 12.6.

• Delivery is required no later than April 15, 2026.

• Interested companies must submit required information via email to Kenneth.Finchum@va.gov by January 30, 2026, 08:00 EST.

• Responses should include company name, UEI, address, contact information, business size, and answers to specific questions.

• Companies are encouraged to include relevant specifications, capability statements, and past experience.

• The VA is seeking qualified vendors. A qualified source must have the necessary equipment, personnel, resources, current operations, recent experience (within the past 2 years) of performing services of comparable size, scope, and complexity, and trained technicians.

• Current and valid registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required.

• Specific clauses related to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) set-asides and limitations on subcontracting are referenced, suggesting potential set-aside considerations.

• This notice is for information and planning purposes only.

• Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract.

• The VA will not pay for any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a response.

• The full text of relevant clauses such as VAAR 852.219-73, VAAR 852.219-74, VAAR 852.219-75, VAAR 852.219-76, 52.225-1, and 52.225-2 are included, detailing set-aside requirements, limitations on subcontracting, and Buy American provisions.