Palarum PUP Fall Prevention Solution - VAPAHCS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify vendors capable of providing Palarum PUP Smart Socks Fall Prevention Technology (or equal) for the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. This is for information and planning purposes only; no solicitation exists at this time. Responses are due April 27, 2026, by 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a fall prevention solution, specifically the Palarum PUP Smart Socks Fall Prevention Technology or an equivalent system. Further details regarding the scope are available in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 541519 (Information Technology Professional Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $34 Million
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 10:00 AM PST
- Published: April 21, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested and capable firms should submit the following information via email to david.alvarez4@va.gov:
- Company Name
- Point of Contact Name, phone number, and email address
- SAM UEI number
- Socio-economic status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB). SDVOSB/VOSB status will be verified via VetBiz.
- Capability statements
- Authorized Distributor Letter (if applicable)
- Estimated Price
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for information and planning; it does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not compensate offerors for providing information and reserves the right to cancel this requirement. Proprietary information will be handled accordingly. Questions will not be responded to at this time.