Medical Carts with Accessory Mounts_Solicitation
Overview
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Set Aside
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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), specifically Network Contracting Office 15 (NCO 15), is soliciting proposals for Medical Carts with Accessory Mounts for the Saint Louis VA Healthcare System (STLVAHCS). This Total Small Business Set-Aside aims to procure 60 non-powered medical carts to enhance Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) equipment. Proposals are due June 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of 60 non-powered medical carts without network connectivity. Key requirements include:
- Construction: Height-adjustable design with locking wheel casters, medical-grade materials, and smooth, cleanable surfaces resistant to hospital-grade disinfectants.
- Accessories: Must support modular accessories such as BCMA Scanner Holders, computers/monitors, mouse, and keyboard.
- Technology Integration: Secure mounting for laptops, tablets, and all-in-one computing devices, with integrated cable management.
- Serviceability: Carts must be serviceable by VA Staff.
- Warranty: Standard Manufacturer's Warranty is required. Installation will be managed by VA Staff.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (implied firm-fixed-price based on evaluation)
- Delivery: Within 90 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Proposal Due: June 1, 2026, by 11:00 AM CDT.
- Questions Due: May 27, 2026, by 11:00 AM CDT.
- Published: May 20, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to cory.rosene@va.gov. Required documents include a signed SF 1449, completed Section B.1 (including UEI), completed Section B.3 (Price/Cost Schedule), a detailed quote with pricing, an OEM Letter confirming Authorized Distributor status, and a completed Buy American Certificate (Section E.7). Evaluation will be based on Technical Requirement, Past Performance, and Price.
Eligibility
This acquisition is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and, if applicable, verified in SBA Small Business Search. An OEM Letter confirming Authorized Distributor status is mandatory.