Shower/Hygiene Chairs_36C25526Q0071

The Department of Veterans Affairs at the Marion VA Medical Center seeks to acquire battery-powered shower and hygiene chairs, including one bariatric model and two standard models, designed to meet specific technical and safety standards. The procurement is structured as a firm fixed-price, FOB destination purchase, with a focus on small business participation through a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 339113. The solicitation, issued by the VA’s Network Contracting Office 15, was posted on November 19, 2025, with proposals due by November 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST. Vendors are required to be authorized distributors and must submit proof of OEM authorization with their quotes. The contract emphasizes compliance with FAR clauses related to commercial product procurement, including clauses on contract terms, anti-kickback statutes, equal opportunity, and whistleblower protections. The scope of work involves delivering fully assembled, new, and operational shower/hygiene chairs that meet specified weight capacities, adjustable heights, and safety features, along with accessories such as cushions, safety belts, and emergency lowering functions. The chairs must conform to the salient characteristics outlined in the statement of requirement, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the delivery site in Marion, Illinois, within 60 days of receipt of order. The evaluation process will prioritize technical compliance, past performance, and price, with the award made on a trade-off basis to the most responsible offeror providing the best value to the government. Contract administration will be managed through VA’s designated offices, with electronic invoicing required via the VA’s e-invoicing portal. While the solicitation references standard FAR clauses and certifications, specific representations, certifications, and detailed packaging or marking instructions are not provided in the available documentation, and the "H - Special Contract Requirements" section is absent, indicating no additional special provisions are specified beyond standard contractual clauses.