6515-- PATIENT CEILING LIFTS (607-26-1-969-0014)
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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), Network Contract Office 12, intends to issue RFQ 36C25226Q0373 for Patient Ceiling Lifts with Installation Services for the William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital in Madison, WI. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. Quotes are due by June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement and installation of essential patient handling equipment. Key deliverables include:
- Six (6) Ceiling Lifts: Each with a minimum 700 lbs. weight capacity, integrated Class III scale with LCD screen, electronic soft-start/stop motor control, emergency features (manual lowering, stopping device, current limiter, low battery safety, brake), and hanger bars capable of reaching floor level. Lifts must be compatible with any manufacturer's loop-style slings meeting ISO 10535 standards.
- Track System: Non-recessed single rail track system made from high-strength extruded aluminum, capable of continuous charging and supporting loads 1.5 times the motor's weight capacity with minimal deflection.
- Installation Services: Onsite delivery, extended installation, setup, configuration, and removal of previous track systems.
- Documentation & Certification: Five-year summary of recalls/safety notices from the manufacturer, certification of compliance with ISO 10535 & UL 60601-1 by the manufacturer and vendor's Structural Engineer, service/customer manuals, instructions for use, shop drawings, and structural calculations signed/stamped by a registered structural engineer.
- Training: For required personnel on proper operation and maintenance.
- BIM: Provision of Building Information Model for clash detection.
- Brand Name or Equal: Guldmann GH3+ Ceiling Lifts with installation.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a size standard of 800 employees.
- Place of Performance: William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital, 2500 Overlook Terrace, Madison, WI 53705.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 5, 2026, by 12:00 PM Central.
- Submission Method: All quotes, including an itemized quote and sufficient technical supporting documentation, must be sent via email to mack.taylor2@va.gov. Offerors must complete and submit the solicitation, including Section B, and sign the SF 1449.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer.
- Contact: Mack Taylor, Contract Specialist, mack.taylor2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
This is a Presolicitation notice. Telephone calls will not be accepted. Invoices must be submitted electronically via Tungsten Network. Certification & Accreditation (C&A) requirements of VHA Handbook 6500.6 do not apply.