6515--WLR -556-26-2-2993-0090 - New Crash carts (VA-26-00043188)
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
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 qualified vendors for new crash carts and related accessories for the Captain James A. Lovell (FHCC) in North Chicago, IL. This notice aims to determine the interest and capability of Other than Small Businesses and Small Businesses, including VIP-Verified Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The potential future procurement is anticipated to be a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA requires various Waterloo Aluminum Carts (Red Shell, Tall Height; Pediatric, Gray Shell, X-Tall Height) with specific drawer configurations, along with associated gate locks (3", 27", 6"). Additionally, the requirement includes:
- Suction Pump Shelves, Metal (32 units)
- IV Poles & Brackets (32 units)
- Accessory Mounting Panels (32 units)
- Sharps Brackets with Adjustable Straps (32 units)
- Oxygen Tank Brackets (32 units)
- Chart Holders (32 units)
- Side Accessory Mounting Panels (32 units)
- Waterloo Assembly Fees for pre-assembled accessories (32 units)
- Medline Master Data Catalog/Housekeeping/Storage/Boxes (32 units)
These items are direct replacements for existing carts that no longer meet new Nursing Services policies. Salient characteristics for the metal 6-drawer carts include an ABS countertop, red color, minimum 5-inch diameter wheels (two with parking locks), approximate dimensions of 30"W x 23"D x 44"H, specific drawer configuration (four 3", one 6", one 9"), soft-close drawers, and included accessories such as an IV pole, cardiac board, sharps container holder, oxygen tank holder, EMG breakaway lock, and defibrillator shelf.
Place of Performance
Captain James A. Lovell (FHCC), 3001 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago, IL 60064.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: Market research for all business sizes, with potential for a future Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, at 10:00 am Central Standard Time.
- Published: April 1, 2026.
Evaluation
This is for market research only; it is not a Request for Proposal/Quote, and no solicitation exists. Responses will be used to determine industry capabilities and potential set-aside considerations. The government will not pay for materials provided, and submissions will not be returned.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit information detailing their qualifications, capabilities, experience, business size/socioeconomic status, and a memo or correspondence from the manufacturer to distribute their products (if applicable). VOSBs and SDVOSBs must be registered and verified in VIP for set-aside consideration.
Additional Notes
Submissions must be sent via email to Vernise L. Newton at vernise.newton@va.gov.