6515--VA Central California Health Care System PATIENT CEILING LIFTS
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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 Contracting Office (NCO 21) intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to ARJO INC for 110 new patient ceiling lifts, including installation and modification of existing equipment, for the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) in Fresno, CA. While a sole source is intended, all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements by April 14, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This procurement aims to acquire 110 Arjo ceiling lifts, along with installation services on existing tracks and modification of existing Arjo turntables, to support patient care at the Fresno VA Medical Center and Community Living Center. The required items include various models of MS2 and Maxi Sky 1000 lifts, KWIKTRAK components, and associated hardware and installation services.
Key Requirements
The ceiling lifts must meet specific salient characteristics, including:
- Minimum load capacity of 600 lbs (non-bariatric) and 1,000 lbs (bariatric).
- Handheld remote control operation.
- Specific lifting speeds based on load capacity.
- Minimum strap lengths of 98.4 inches (600 lbs) and 90.6 inches (1,000 lbs).
- Maximum noise level of 61 dBA.
- Minimum useful service life of 10 years/20,000 cycles (600 lbs) or 7 years/10,000 cycles (1,000 lbs).
- Non-porous components for infection control.
- LCD interface for status feedback.
- Quick release attachments for straps and spreader bars.
- Various spreader bar options (clip, loop, 2-point, 4-point, powered/non-powered positioning).
- Integrated scale with 600-1,000 lbs capacity and quick release.
- Emergency braking and lowering system.
- IP24 protection rating for lift, IP7 for remote.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Intended Awardee: ARJO INC (sole source).
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Regional Procurement Office West (RPOW), NCO 21.
- Place of Performance: Fresno, CA.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a presolicitation notice. The formal solicitation is expected to be posted in May on beta.sam.gov/GSA eBuy. While a sole source award to ARJO INC is intended, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. The Government will consider these submissions to determine whether to proceed with the sole source acquisition. Vendors must provide documentation demonstrating they are an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the specified items, in compliance with VAAR 852.212-71 and 852.212-72 (Gray Market Items). Failure to provide required information may result in a determination that the company is not a viable source.
Response Deadline & Contact
Responses must be submitted to Mohammed Hussain at Mohammed.Hussain2@va.gov no later than Thursday, April 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.