Guldmann Ceiling Lift System (Brand Name Only)
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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 Network Contract Office 15 (NCO 15), has issued a solicitation for the procurement and installation of two Guldmann Ceiling Lift Systems (Brand Name Only) for the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital in Columbia, MO. This Unrestricted opportunity aims to enhance patient handling safety and reduce staff injuries. Offers are due by June 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Purpose and Scope
This solicitation seeks to acquire and install two Guldmann Ceiling Lift Systems in Rooms A122 and A126 of the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital, likely for the Women's Clinic as indicated in the justification. The primary objective is to provide safe and efficient patient handling, reduce staff injuries, and improve overall patient care. The requirement is brand name only, justified by the need for compatibility with existing Guldmann infrastructure at the facility, preventing cost-prohibitive procurement of incompatible systems.
Key Requirements
- Guldmann Ceiling Lift System: Must have a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 825 lbs, an integrated patient scale, hanger bar, one sling per lift, and a non-recessed continuously charging track system (3x4 configuration or 10x13ft or smaller). All necessary hardware, track systems, and mounting components are required.
- Installation (White Glove): Installation is required in Rooms A122 and A126, one room per day over two consecutive days. This includes obtaining permits for above-ceiling work, functional and load testing, charging system and scale calibration, and correction of any deficiencies.
- Training: On-site, in-service training for designated VA staff on safe use, weighing functions, and basic maintenance, along with provision of user manuals and maintenance guides.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, FOB Destination Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required within 60 days After Receipt of Order (ARO), with installation to follow within 14 days after delivery.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is Unrestricted.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be authorized distributors and submit an OEM authorized letter. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: June 18, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT.
- Questions Due: June 11, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to amanda.williams16@va.gov.
- Offer Structure: Proposals must consist of two separate parts: a Priced Response and a Non-Priced Response.
- Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capability and Past Performance are considered significantly more important than price.