VA NORTH EASTERN CONSORTIA (VANEC) PORTABLE PATIENT LIFTS
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
36C24426Q0527
NAICS
339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
Classification Code
6530
Additional Details
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The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contract Office 4 (36C244), has issued a Sources Sought notice seeking qualified vendors for the provision of portable patient lifts across the VA Northeastern Consortium (VANEC). This initiative aims to establish multiple award Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) to ensure consistent and reliable access to portable patient lifts for all facilities and clinics within VANEC, which encompasses Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs) 1, 2, 4, and 5. The scope of this procurement covers all VANEC medical centers, facilities, and clinics, granting them the authority to place orders under the resulting BPAs.
The primary objective of this requirement is to enhance patient mobility and safety by equipping VA healthcare facilities with high-quality portable patient lifts. Vendors are expected to supply products that meet the needs of diverse clinical environments, supporting the VA’s commitment to providing exceptional care to veterans. The anticipated deliverables include portable patient lifts that comply with relevant industry standards and are suitable for use in a variety of medical settings.
This procurement is classified under NAICS Code 339113, which pertains to Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, and Product Service Code 6530, indicating hospital furniture, equipment, and supplies. The place of performance is specified as Coatesville, Pennsylvania, though the requirement extends to all VANEC locations throughout the northeastern United States.
The contracting entity is the 244-Network Contract Office 4, a federal office within the Department of Veterans Affairs. Interested parties are encouraged to direct inquiries and responses to the primary contact, Andrea Aultman-Smith, via email at [email protected] or by phone at 484-475-5619.
This notice is currently active, with a response deadline set for May 4, 2026, at 17:05. Contractors should review the opportunity details on SAM.gov (Opportunity ID: 269e4e3a1b5c4ceebe7271571cee6fc0) for further information and any available attachments. As a Sources Sought notice, this announcement is intended to gauge industry interest and capability; it does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. There are no set-aside requirements or special considerations specified in the notice at this time.
Contractors with experience in manufacturing and supplying surgical appliances and patient mobility equipment are encouraged to assess their alignment with the VA’s needs and respond accordingly. The establishment of BPAs under this requirement is expected to provide ongoing opportunities for vendors to support the VA’s mission of delivering high-quality healthcare to veterans across the northeastern region.