Crash Carts
Overview
Buyer
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), specifically the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, is soliciting proposals for Crash Carts and associated accessories. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity aims to procure new medical crash carts to replace outdated equipment. Quotes are due May 8, 2026, at 7:00 AM CDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Waterloo Aluminum Carts in two configurations:
- 29 units with Red Drawers/Shell, Tall Height.
- 3 units with Pediatric Drawers/Gray Shell, X-Tall Height. A comprehensive list of accessories is also required for all carts, including various gate locks (3", 27", 6", 12"), suction pump shelves, IV poles, accessory mounting panels, sharps brackets, oxygen tank brackets, chart holders, and assembly services.
Key Requirements & Salient Characteristics
Carts must feature ABS countertops, red or gray shells, minimum 5-inch diameter wheels (two with parking brakes), and approximate dimensions of 30" W x 23" D x 44" H. Specific drawer configurations, soft-close drawers, EMG breakaway locks, and defibrillator shelves are mandatory. Required accessories include IV poles, cardiac boards, sharps container holders, and oxygen tank holders.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Requirements contract.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) (FAR 19.14).
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical And Surgical Equipment Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1000 Employees.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, North Chicago, IL.
- Delivery Timeline: Within 30 days after contract award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes and Letters of Authorization must be emailed to vernise.newton@va.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Offer Due Date: May 8, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT.
Important Notes
Offerors must complete and return the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting (VAAR 852.219-76), found on pages 11-13 of the solicitation. A Buy American Certificate is also required; refer to page 19 for instructions. FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference or attached.