6530--Dialysis Patient Recliners BH
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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, Network Contracting Office 23, has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a proposed sole source, firm-fixed price contract for Dialysis Patient Recliners. The intended awardee is Claflin Service Company, identified as the authorized distributor for the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), with no other third-party vendor authorized to install or service this specific equipment. This notice is published in accordance with FAR 5.101(a) and is not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of Dialysis Patient Recliners. The justification for the sole source award is based on the proprietary nature of the equipment and the exclusive authorization of Claflin Service Company as the OEM's distributor for installation and service.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.103-1(b) - Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Service Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6530 (Hospital Furniture, Equipment, Utensils, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (not a competitive set-aside)
Submission & Evaluation
While this is not a solicitation for competitive quotes, interested vendors who believe they can fully satisfy the Government's requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Such submissions will be reviewed solely to determine whether the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete remains at the Government's discretion.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
- Response Due: May 28, 2026 (within seven calendar days after publication of this notice)
- Submission Email: robert.bennett8@va.gov
- Point of Contact: Robert Bennett, Contract Specialist (robert.bennett8@va.gov, 319-339-7079)