Eye Exam Chairs Bakersfield CA
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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 RPO WEST (36C24W), is soliciting Firm-Fixed-Price quotes for Eye Exam Chairs for the Bakersfield VA Clinic, CA. This requirement is for a brand name or equal product, including installation and training. This acquisition is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 23, 2026, at 09:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement and installation of four (4) Eye Exam Chairs, specifically the Reliance 710 Full Power Exam & Minor Procedures Chair (LOW - Model Number: CS0RL710L20 - P/N 071002) or an approved equal. Key salient characteristics include a round base, memory programming, dual-rotation locks, padded armrests, comfort construction, detached footswitch, and ultra-durable membrane switches. The upholstery color must be Charcoal #206, and the base #20 Pearl. The product's origin must be the USA.
Installation includes the four chairs, a Reliance 942 Chair Glide, and a Reliance 7900 Instrument Stand with Instrument Console, Wheelchair Accessibility, Upper Retractor Arm, and Halogen Lamp. One-time training at installation is also required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Delivery and installation required by August 1, 2026. Work must occur during normal duty hours (8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
- NAICS Code: 339115 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies), Size Standard: 1000 Employees
- Place of Performance: Bakersfield, CA 93311, United States
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 23, 2026, 09:00 AM CST
- Questions Due Date: April 16, 2026, 09:00 AM CST
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email only to lisa.watkins@va.gov. The subject line must be: "36C24W26Q0136 – Eye Exam Chair Solicitation".
- 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.
Additional Notes
Offerors must concur/non-concur with statements regarding thorough solicitation review, supply chain compliance, completed certifications, understanding of price evaluation preferences, and country of origin justification. A standard manufacturer industry warranty term is required; extended warranties are not accepted. Specific clauses regarding security, Buy American, and electronic submission of payment requests are included.