6530--Shower/Toilet Chair w/Armrests
Overview
Buyer
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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), specifically Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), is conducting a Sources Sought for market research purposes. The agency seeks information from qualified firms capable of providing Shower/Toilet Chairs with Armrests for the Bay Pines VAHC Emergency Room. This notice aims to determine the feasibility of an SDVOSB set-aside. Responses are due by June 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for "Brand Name or Equal" Shower/Toilet Chairs that are compatible with existing equipment. Key minimum technical specifications include:
- Swinging armrests for easy side transfers.
- Seat with hygiene opening and included commode pan.
- Electric height and tilt adjustment (up to 20° backwards).
- Adjustable foot support and headrest.
- Emergency stop button/switch.
- Minimum 4-inch swiveling castors with brakes.
- Quick cleaning capability (ready in 20 seconds).
- Minimum 600 lb. weight capacity.
- No-rust, no-peel, no-scratch frame construction.
- Vulcanized rubber over seat (no stitching or foam).
- Compatibility with all leading antibacterial products and steam for cleaning. Technical specifications also detail a hand control and specific seat operating ranges (27.6 inches width, 21.3 inches depth), with the structure made from powder-coated/zinc-plated steel, stainless steel, or rust-free material.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Informational and Planning)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) is being explored. If insufficient SDVOSB responses, it may be solicited as a VOSB or SB set-aside.
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: June 3, 2026
Submission & Eligibility
This is not a request for bids, quotes, offers, or proposals. Interested SDVOSBs, VOSBs, and SBs should reply via email to the primary contact, affirming their interest and ability to provide the required product/service, and include their capability statement.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: William S Penhallegon, Contract Specialist
- Email: William.Penhallegon@va.gov
- Phone: 727-398-6661 Ext 10082