6515--NX EQ Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric

DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the NX EQ Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric product line as a candidate for an Enterprise-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources.

The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide EZ Way brand name or equal Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric product on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders in accordance with FAR 16.503, to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States and its territories.

The anticipated period of performance is for one (1) 12-month base period with four (4) 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether or not to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 800 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7 requires that All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting an offer or proposal. You may access the SAM website at Home | SAM.gov. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Small Business Administration (SBA) database at Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at: Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) at the time of proposal submission.

This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes.

2.0 SCOPE

Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric are designed for hoisting and transferring a patient safely and with minimal physical effort up to 1000 lbs. These lifts consist of a C-shaped or U-shaped support base usually including casters, a vertical mast, a pivoting boom, a swivel bar, a hanger bar or spreader bar with hook to accommodate clip-based slings, and the, lifting mechanisms; they are manually, electrically, or battery operated using hydraulic or screw jack lifting mechanisms. Patient lifts are frequently used to transfer patients (e.g., to and from a wheelchair, toilet, or bathtub), reducing the risk of injury to those assisting with the transfer (typically only one person) and of patient drop.

The following Contract Line Items are being considered:

Contract Line Item#

Brand

Part Number

Description

Base Period

Option Period I

Option Period II

Option Period III

Option Period IV

0001

EZ Way

L1000PN-02

1,000 lb. Smart Lift without scale with 2-inch casters (Upgrade)

3

3

3

3

3

0002

EZ Way

L1000PN-03

1,000 lb. Smart Lift without scale with 3-inch casters (Standard)

3

3

3

3

3

0003

EZ Way

L1000PS-02

 1,000 lb. Smart Lift with scale with 2-inch casters (Upgrade)

13

13

13

13

13

0004

EZ Way

L1000PS-03

1,000 lb. Smart Lift with scale with 3 inch casters (Standard

24

24

24

24

24

0005

EZ Way

500406

Deluxe Sling Wipeable XXXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0006

EZ Way

500405

Deluxe Sling Wipeable XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0007

EZ Way

500412

Deluxe Sling Wipeable XXXL with Head Support

13

13

13

13

13

0008

EZ Way

500274

Deluxe Sling Mesh XXXL with Head Support

13

13

13

13

13

0009

EZ Way

500142

Deluxe Sling XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0010

EZ Way

500629

Deluxe Sling Antimicrobial XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0011

EZ Way

500630

Deluxe Sling Antimicrobial XXXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0012

EZ Way

500636

Deluxe Sling Antimicrobial XXXL with Head Support

13

13

13

13

13

0013

EZ Way

500914

Deluxe Sling XXXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0014

EZ Way

50325

Deluxe Sling XXXL with Head Support

13

13

13

13

13

0015

EZ Way

50701

Accessory Bag - Bariatric

13

13

13

13

13

0016

EZ Way

500232

Multi-Purpose Sling XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0017

EZ Way

500418

Multi-Purpose Sling Wipeable XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0018

EZ Way

500446

Limb Lifting & Turning Strap Kit Wipeable XL (includes 2 Wipeable Straps with 2 Carabiners)

13

13

13

13

13

0019

EZ Way

500463

Walking Harness XXL

13

13

13

13

13

0020

EZ Way

500384

Gait Training Sling XXL

13

13

13

13

13

0021

EZ Way

500944

Bi-Directional Turning Sling (Twin Turner) Bariatric

13

13

13

13

13

0022

EZ Way

500193

Hip Sling XXXL

13

13

13

13

13

0023

EZ Way

500325

Repositioning & Turning Sheet Black Spacer for Low Air Loss Beds & Skin Integrity 42"W x 75"L

13

13

13

13

13

The VA is seeking vendors who can provide EZ Way Lifts: Patient Transfer: Floor Based: Bariatric or equal as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics (SC):

CLINs 0001-0004 apply to SCs 1-12. CLINs 0005-0023 apply to the SC 13.

SC #

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

METHOD OF EVALUATION

SC 1

Lift must be able to roll within a room while simultaneously suspending the patient. Must be able to take a patient to a toilet in an adjoining room.

Literature Review

SC 2

Lifting range that allows floor rescue and ambulation of patients, with Spreader bar that can reach 26.5 inches from the floor or lower and reach at least 65.5 inches or higher.

Literature Review

SC3

Leg clearance of 4.5 inches from the floor or lower.

Literature Review

SC 4

Lift options must be available with or without scale.

Literature Review

SC 5

Lift weight capacity that accommodates patients weighing up to 1000lbs.

Literature Review

SC 6

Lifting must be motorized using battery power.

Literature Review

SC 7

Vendors shall provide verification that Lifts and Slings are compliant with ISO 10535.

Literature Review

SC 8

Lift must provide emergency stop and manual emergency lowering.

Literature Review

SC 9

Emergency stop must not allow descent of a load unless emergency lowering controls are activated.

Literature Review

SC 10

Lift must demonstrate Max exterior width with legs closed 34.5 inches.

Literature Review

SC 11

Lift must be allowed to be used with ambulation slings.

Literature Review

SC 12

Lift must be allowed to be used with repositioning slings.

Literature Review

SC 13

Slings are available in sizes accommodating patients who weigh up to 1000 pounds.

Literature Review

3.0 SUB-FACTORS

Safety

All features and functions of the offered device will be evaluated for the ability to safely lift, evacuate, and transfer patients. Areas include but are not limited to the following:

Safety and transferring patients

Ease of lift base widening/narrowing at maximum capacity (such as stated force to use a lever at maximum capacity, or electrical widening/narrowing at maximum capacity)

Emergency lowering without tools

Scale display location at or near caregiver eye level, preventing having to reach over, above, or around a patient to read the measurement.

Ability to be disinfected using hospital approved disinfectants/cleaners and directions

Design

All design features and functions of the offered device will be evaluated. Areas include but are not limited to the following:

Patient weight capacity

Provide disposable, wipeable, and washable slings or allow use of other manufacturers slings

Availability of extra or optional features such as (sling styles, compatibility with other manufacturers loop-based slings, sling sizes, spare battery and remote wall charger)

Location and ease of use of features

Extra wheel height options

Legs adjust to wider interior width to accommodate bariatric equipment

Narrower total external width with legs closed

Loop-based hanger bar convertible between 2-point and 4-point

Disposable slings available

Whether scale lowers max lifting height below requirements

Is the scale internal or external

Scale option with capacity equal to the lift

Performance

Device will be evaluated for its ability to perform its intended function. Areas include but are not limited to:

Lifting/Weight capacity of device

Portability and Maneuverability of device

Ease of lift base widening/narrowing

Ease of transferring patients

Longevity of battery

Higher battery capacity and/or number of lifts at maximum weight on a fully charged battery

Quality/Construction

All aspects of the construction and quality of material of the device will be evaluated including but not limited to:

Required frequency of maintenance and replacement of parts

Service/Support Options

Training Options

Life Span/warranty

Buy American Act/Trade Agreement Act Compliant (TBD)

For each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the SCs specified above.

The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the SCs. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:

Does vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No?

If Yes:

What does the plan cover?

Does plan cover software updates only?

Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?

Does the plan cover both software and parts?

If applicable, vendors are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.

Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?

Full name and address of company

SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) / CAGE Code

Business Size

Manufacturer or Distributor

If the distributor, provide manufacturer s full name, business size and address.

Country of Origin designation for all products.

Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale.

Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met.

Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.

Authorized Distributor Letter Certified by OEM with a current date.

Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement.