6515-- Transport Stretchers
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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), specifically Network Contracting Office 17, is conducting market research for the procurement of Stryker Transport Stretchers for the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System in Temple, TX. This Sources Sought notice aims to identify qualified sources to replace end-of-life stretchers in the GI care area. Responses are due by April 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 16 Transport Stretchers with specific accessories and features, including:
- XPS siderails
- Quad wheel/steer-lock
- XPS knee Gatch bolster mattress
- One lithium-ion battery
- Compatibility with Power-LOAD and Performance-LOAD fasteners
- IV pole, O2 bottle holder, X-restraint, head end storage, Knee Gatch/Trendelenburg, and equipment hook.
Equipment assembly and trash removal will be handled by the facility. Shipping and receipt are estimated at 120 days from award. The VA is interested in items manufactured in the United States.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: To define the procurement strategy (e.g., set-aside, sole source, unrestricted) for a future solicitation.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage, but the VA is particularly interested in Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), or other Small Business manufacturers or authorized distributors.
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Published: April 16, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Responses will be evaluated to determine potential set-asides and overall procurement strategy. Vendors are requested to submit estimated market research pricing, which will influence the set-aside determination.
Required information for response includes:
- Business Name, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email)
- SAM UID Number
- NAICS code (339113)
- Business Size (SMALL or LARGE) and Type (SDVOSB, VOSB, 8A, HUBZone, WOSB, etc.)
- Letter stating OEM authorized dealer/distributor/reseller (if applicable)
- GSA/FSS Contract Number (if applicable)
- Proof of authorized distributorship for distributors.
- Where the item is manufactured (City and State), with interest in US-manufactured items.
Responses should be sent to Michelle Cunningham at michelle.cunningham@va.gov.