INFUSION CHAIRS - BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 22, is conducting market research under a Sources Sought Notice (SSN 36C26226Q1051) to gather information on industry capabilities for the procurement of twelve infusion chairs for the Oncology Department at the New Mexico VA Health Care System in Albuquerque. This notice, issued in accordance with FAR 15.201(e), is not a solicitation and does not obligate the government to award a contract; responses will be used solely to assess market availability, vendor capabilities, and pricing trends. The requirement specifies brand-name-or-equal infusion chairs with rigorous technical standards, including minimum dimensions, a 650 lbs static and 500 lbs dynamic weight capacity, powered recline and vertical lift capabilities, Trendelenburg positioning, a zero-gravity feature, integrated USB ports, heated seats, Foley bag holders, removable headrests, central locking casters of at least three inches, push bars, and protective edge guards. Upholstery must be medical-grade B6 fabric with urethane arm caps, and all equipment must be sourced through an OEM-authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, with proof of authorization required. Respondents must indicate their business size under NAICS code 339112 (500-employee size standard), identify their socioeconomic status including small business, veteran-owned, or other certifications, and confirm compliance with limitations on subcontracting and the non-manufacturer rule. The contractor is responsible for providing all shipping materials and incorporating associated packaging costs into the overall quote, ensuring secure transport of sensitive equipment. Performance will occur at NMVAHCS Building 46, Warehouse, with delivery required within 12 months of contract award, adhering to standard business hours Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding federal holidays. Training for VA personnel on equipment operation and maintenance must be provided, and the vendor must coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Marquel Williams, regarding equipment changes, documentation, and after-hours work. Security and confidentiality requirements prohibit photography of VA premises without written consent, restrict access to sensitive information, and mandate HIPAA training for personnel handling protected health information. All deliverables, including data and documentation, become U.S. Government property with unlimited rights, and record retention or destruction requires explicit written approval. Responses must be submitted via email by July 13, 202