Eye Exam Chairs Bakersfield CA

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the procurement of eye exam chairs for the Bakersfield VA Clinic, part of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. The chairs are needed to efficiently deliver diagnostic instruments during eye examinations.

• Brand Name or Equal: Offers must meet or exceed the physical, functional, and performance characteristics of the Reliance 710 Exam Chair and Minor Procedures Table.

• Physical Characteristics:

  • Round base for optimized patient access.
  • Memory programming for pre-selected positions.
  • Dual-rotation locks (330° swivel).
  • 600-pound lift capacity.
  • Large, hinged footrest.
  • Padded armrests that lock and release with one hand.
  • Ability to raise patient at least 30 inches from the ground.
  • Minimum ground-to-seat height of 20 inches.
  • Detached footswitch for hands-free control.
  • Pillow headrest (standard non-articulating; optional articulating available).
  • Power base and articulating top with finger switches and corded footswitch for recline up to 180°.
  • Ultra-durable membrane switches with programmable safety function.
  • Upholstery: High-density foam, removable cushions, Base in #20 Pearl, Charcoal #206 color.
  • ETL, C/US certificate of compliance required.

• Technical Specifications:

  • Base: 24 1/4" diameter.
  • Depth (chair position, excluding headrest): 37".
  • Table position: 64".
  • Seat: 19" wide by 18" deep.
  • Distance between armrests: 19".
  • Two base heights.
  • Dimensions (lowered/raised): 24 5/8" - 35 1/4" high.
  • Shipping weight: 325 lbs.
  • Electrical: 115 volts, 60/50 Hz, 6.3 amperes (optional 220-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, 4.0 amperes).

• Quantity: 4 chairs.

• Training: One-time training at installation is required. No additional training will be required by the Government.

• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term. Extended warranties are not accepted.

• Performance: Delivery and installation required by 08/01/26. Normal duty hours are 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays.

• Delivery Location: Bakersfield VA Clinic, 900 Old River Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery and installation by 08/01/26.

• Offer Due Date: April 28, 2026, 09:00 AM CST.

• Submission Method: Email to lisa.watkins@va.gov. Subject line: "36C24W26Q0136 – Eye Exam Chair Solicitation".

• Questions Due Date: April 24, 2026, 09:00 AM CST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability (meeting salient characteristics) and then comparatively based on price.

• Required Documents: Signed SF 1449, technical quote, completed price schedule, authorized distributor letter (if not OEM), and any documents for items connecting to VA network/storing patient data.

• This acquisition is set aside for small business.

• NAICS Code: 339115, Size Standard: 1000 Employees.

• The solicitation includes provisions for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) concerns.

• Offerors must acknowledge all terms and conditions. Failure to provide required documentation may result in rejection.

• Joint ventures must provide specific certifications.

• Buy American and Trade Agreements clauses are incorporated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of an Eye Exam Chair for the Bakersfield VA Clinic, part of VISN22 under the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. The chair is required to efficiently deliver diagnostic instruments within the clinic. The government is seeking a brand name or equal product that meets or exceeds the listed salient characteristics.

• Product: Eye Exam Chair (Reliance 710 Full Power Exam & Minor Procedures Chair, LOW - Model Number: CS0RL710L20 - P/N 071002) and associated installation.

• Quantity: 4 chairs and 1 installation.

• Salient Characteristics: Includes features such as round base, memory programming, dual-rotation locks, padded armrests, comfort construction, detached footswitch, pillow headrest (optional articulating version), power base, articulating top, and ultra-durable membrane switches. Upholstery color is Charcoal #206, base is #20 Pearl. Origin must be USA.

• Technical Specifications: Includes dimensions for base, depth, table position, seat, distance between armrests, and shipping weight. Electrical requirements are 115 volts, 60/50 Hz, 6.3 amperes (optional electric 220-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, 4.0 amperes).

• Installation: Includes installation of 4 chairs, a Reliance 942 Chair Glide, and a Reliance 7900 Instrument Stand with Instrument Console, Wheelchair Accessibility, Upper Retractor Arm and Halogen Lamp.

• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term required; extended warranty is not accepted.

• Training: One-time training at installation is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price contract is contemplated.

• Period of Performance: Delivery and installation required by 08/01/26. Normal duty hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

• Options: Options for increased quantity and extended services/term are included.

• Offer Due Date: April 23, 2026, 09:00 AM CST.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email only to lisa.watkins@va.gov with the subject line: "36C24W26Q0136 – Eye Exam Chair Solicitation".

• Questions Due Date: April 16, 2026, 09:00 AM CST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability based on meeting brand name or equal product requirements. A comparative analysis considering price will be used for remaining offerors. Quotes failing to include all required documentation will be rejected.

• This acquisition is set aside for small business.

• NAICS Code: 339115, Size Standard: 1000 Employees.

• Specific clauses related to small business set-asides, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB concerns are included.

• Offerors must concur/non-concur with several statements, including thorough review of the solicitation, supply chain compliance, completed certifications, understanding of price evaluation preferences, and country of origin justification.

• Specific clauses regarding security, Buy American, and electronic submission of payment requests are included.