Dialysis Recliner Equipment, Kansas City VAMC

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Background The Kansas City Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking to acquire dialysis recliner equipment as part of its mission to provide quality healthcare services to veterans. This Sources Sought announcement is intended for market research to identify potential qualified businesses capable of fulfilling this requirement. Work Details The contract requires the supply of eight hemodialysis treatment recliners, detailed as follows: - Five (5) standard hemodialysis treatment recliners with a minimum weight capacity of 300 pounds. - Three (3) bariatric hemodialysis treatment recliners with a minimum weight capacity of 500 pounds. All recliners must comply with manufacturers' performance and technical specifications, applicable regulations including Federal Regulations, FDA device certifications, and standards such as the National Electrical Code (NEC), Life Safety Code (LSC), The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements, and VA regulations. Specific features required for all recliners include: - Swing-away arms on both sides - Trendelenburg positioning capability - Bilateral foldable side tables - Retractable foot tray - Push handles - Quick-release seat - Locking casters Additionally, for patient comfort, recliners should include heat and massage functions as well as USB charging ports. Recliner colors should avoid white, beige, or any shades that readily show dirt or stains. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the product will be delivered to or performed at Place of Performance Kansas City VAMC Bidder Requirements This opportunity is a Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA). Bidders must provide an authorized distributor letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), capability statements, brochures of products being offered including specifications. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) The opportunity for dialysis recliner equipment at the Kansas City VAMC appears to have a closely related prior contract, 36C24424P0583, awarded to DGA Medical for $24,690 (05/09/24–07/31/24). The prior award description indicates “CHAMPION DIALYSIS RECLINERS,” which aligns with the current requirement to supply hemodialysis treatment recliners (including standard and bariatric configurations) with similar functional features and regulatory compliance expectations. This suggests the current effort may be a continuation or replenishment of dialysis recliner procurement for the same facility.