Hospital Grade Mattress Inspection Services - STC
Overview
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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 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 23, is conducting a Sources Sought for Hospital Grade Mattress Inspection Services at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center in St. Cloud, MN. This is for market research purposes to identify Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) sources. Responses are due by March 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, transportation, tools, supplies, and equipment for comprehensive inspection of hospital-grade mattresses, including covers and internal cores. Services include:
- Visual inspection for damage (cuts, tears, stains, warping).
- Zipper functionality check.
- Inner core inspection for staining/odor (during secondary inspections).
- Fluid ingress testing (e.g., black light, pinless moisture meter).
- Impermeability testing per manufacturer recommendations.
- Assessment of mattress support for pressure redistribution.
- Structural integrity check (sagging, splitting, foam failure).
Approximately 316 mattresses are inspected annually, with quantities subject to slight variation. The contractor will develop an inspection checklist and provide a report of failing mattresses, marking them with blue duct tape.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS: 561210 (Facilities Support Services) - Small business size standard: $19 million
- PSC: H299 (Equipment and Material Testing - Miscellaneous)
- Set-Aside Focus: SDVOSB and VOSB
- Response Due: March 14, 2026, by 10:00 AM CDT
- Published: March 4, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for market research and planning only. Responses will be used to determine the availability and capability of SDVOSB and VOSB sources. This is not a solicitation, and the Government will not accept unsolicited offers or pay for response costs.
Submittal Requirements
Interested offerors must submit a capability statement via email to Mark.Clayburne@va.gov. The statement should include:
- Offeror's name, address, DUNS Number.
- Point of contact name, phone, and email.
- Confirmation of SDVOSB or VOSB status (verified via VetBiz).
- GSA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract number, if applicable.
- Applicable staff certifications and licensure.