6515--Exam Tables
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources capable of providing Exam Tables, specifically the BREWER 6801-32 ACCESS HIGH-LOW POWER BED. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses will help the VA determine industry capabilities and potential acquisition strategies. Responses are due May 29, 2026, at 10 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work & Key Requirements
The VA seeks information on sources for the BREWER 6801-32 ACCESS HIGH-LOW POWER BED, which must meet specific salient characteristics:
- Patient Weight Capacity: 450-700 pounds.
- Height Adjustment: Up to 3 feet.
- Storage: 5-6 cubic feet.
- Transfer Height: 17" low transfer height with extended table and easy glide mobility.
- Patient Assistance: Comfortable grip for self-transfer and repositioning.
- Caregiver Needs: Space for caregiver's laptop or medical devices.
- Adjustability: Adjustable stirrups for leg comfort.
- Women's Health Features: Chair tilt for pelvic reasons, equipped with a drawer warmer for pelvic exams/treatments.
- Accessibility: Must meet ADA requirements for two-side accessibility and patient safety.
Information Requested from Potential Sources
Respondents should provide:
- A capabilities statement detailing how they meet or cannot meet the salient characteristics, with explanations.
- Feedback or suggestions on the draft salient characteristics.
- Business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, Large Business) and confirmation of small business status under NAICS 339112.
- Confirmation of manufacturer, authorized distributor, or ability to provide the solution.
- For large businesses: details on designated/authorized distributors.
- For small businesses acting as distributors/resellers: information on any alterations, assembly, or modifications.
- Confirmation of compliance with Limitations on Subcontracting (13 CFR § 125.6) and the Non-Manufacturer Rule (if applicable).
- Confirmation if items are Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS).
- Confirmation of conformity with the Buy American Act, or country of origin.
- Lead time for delivery.
- FDA clearance status, if applicable.
- Information on existing Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or other Federal Government contracts, and whether the items are available on those contracts.
- General pricing information (for market research only).
- SAM.gov Unique Entity ID.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs VAMC West L.A., Los Angeles, California 90073.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 10 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA.
- Published Date: May 27, 2026.
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted via email to ervin.hawkins@va.gov. Telephone responses will not be accepted. This RFI is for market research only and does not guarantee a future solicitation.