6530--36C25926Q0469| Sources Sought on Mental Health Platform Beds for Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Network Contracting Office 19 (NCO 19), is conducting market research to identify potential sources for Mental Health Platform Beds for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, CO. This is a Sources Sought notice for information and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. Responses are due by May 18, 2026.
Scope of Need
The VA seeks to procure 32 specialized Arcadian Platform Beds (Color: Dove) and 32 Removable Restraint Ring Sets. Key requirements for the beds include:
- Construction: Rotationally molded high-impact polyethylene, seamless, one-piece, ligature-resistant design with no internal openings.
- Safety: GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Gold certified, meeting ASTM E1537 (fire testing) and NFPA 261 (cigarette ignition resistance) standards.
- Durability: Performance tested to 1,500 lbs static load, chemically resistant.
- Origin: Must be Made in USA. Delivery will be to the RMR VA Medical Center loading dock in Aurora, CO.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research is being conducted to determine potential small business participation (e.g., SB, HUBZone, 8(a), SDB, WO, SDVOSB, VOSB).
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Submission Email: lynn.lim@va.gov
- Contact: Lynn Lim, Contracting Specialist, lynn.lim@va.gov, 303-712-5798
Response Requirements
Interested companies must provide:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Email, Phone), and Unique Entity ID.
- Information on whether items are on Open Market or FSS Contract (with contract number if applicable).
- Delivery Time and Item Country of Origin/Manufactured.
- Indication of eligibility for small business programs (e.g., SB, HUBZone, SDVOSB) or if a Large Business.
- Answers to specific questions regarding NAICS size standard compliance (<=800 employees), engagement in retail/wholesale trade, ownership/possession of items, and supplying end items from a small business manufacturer in the U.S. (or waiver).
- Completion of the attached FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate. Companies are encouraged to include relevant information such as specifications, capability statements, and past experience.
Important Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not pay for any information submitted. Do not include proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information.