Hospital Beds and Accessories for In Home Use - Bridge Contract
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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) has awarded Invacare Corp. a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) bridge contract for Hospital Beds and Accessories for In Home Use, valued at $9,420,032.00. This sole-source award, made on December 22, 2025, ensures the continuous supply of critical medical equipment for Veterans while a competitive follow-on acquisition is delayed by protests.
Scope of Work
This contract provides specialized electric beds for community/home care for disabled and elderly Veterans discharged from acute hospital stays. Key items include hospital beds with adjustable features, pressure reduction mattresses, bedside rails, and trapeze bars. Nationwide home delivery is a critical requirement to support ongoing medical and personal care services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Bridge Contract
- Awardee: Invacare Corp. (UEI: SC5FF9JKNGL3)
- Value: $9,420,032.00
- Period of Performance: Not to exceed six (6) months (three-month base + one three-month option)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (sole source)
- Statutory Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(2) as implemented by FAR 6.103-2, citing "Unusual and compelling urgency."
- Award Date: December 22, 2025
- Published Date: January 26, 2026
Additional Notes
This bridge contract was necessary to prevent a lapse in the supply of essential in-home hospital beds and accessories. The follow-on competitive acquisition (Solicitation No. 36C10G25R0011) experienced significant delays due to multiple pre-award protests at the Court of Federal Claims (CoFC). Invacare Corp. was identified as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling orders immediately due to its established delivery network, expertise, and unique ability to meet the urgent requirement. Without this bridge, the VA would face increased costs, administrative burdens, and delays in Veteran care and discharge. The required items are specialized for in-home use and not readily available through other channels.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Brian Shepard (Brian.Shepard@va.gov)
- Primary Contact: Tessa L Smith (Tessa.Smith2@va.gov)