6515--NX EQ Lift: Patient Transfer: Clip Based Standard

The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded contract 36C10X26D0001 to Arjo, Inc. for the procurement of NX EQ Lift Patient Transfer Clip Based Standard equipment, specifically the Arjo Maxi Move 5 or equal. This VA-wide single award requirements contract is valued at $31,626,157.50 with a period of performance spanning from March 30, 2026, to March 29, 2031, consisting of a 12-month base period and four 12-month option years. The equipment is intended for use in VA Medical Centers nationwide to facilitate safe patient transfers with minimal physical effort. The contract is managed by the Strategic Acquisition Center in Frederick, Maryland, with administration requiring electronic invoice submission via the Tungsten e-Invoice Program on the Austin Portal. Key contractual terms include a 3% service level agreement fee embedded in the pricing and a requirement that all delivered items be new, OEM-certified, and covered by a manufacturer warranty. Award selection was based on a best value trade-off, prioritizing technical factors such as safety, design, and performance over price. Delivery is FOB destination, and the contractor must adhere to strict packaging and marking requirements to ensure safe transport to various VA facilities.