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This is not a solicitation announcement.  This is a sources sought synopsis for market research purposes ONLY. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified Service-Disable... This is not a solicitation announcement.  This is a sources sought synopsis for market research purposes ONLY. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) for relative to NAICS 339112 sources (size standard of 1000 employees). All SDVOSB/VOSB responding vendors will only respond if they are able to provide products compliant with the Non-Manufacturer Rule. Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this source sought synopsis, a solicitation announcement may be published in the FedBizOpps or GSA eBuy websites. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. All interested offerors will have to respond to the solicitation announcement in addition to responding to this source sought announcement.  The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network 07 Contract Office, is seeking sources to provide: Shower Chair for the VA Dublin, GA Healthcare System. If you are interested and can provide the required supplies, please provide the requested information as indicated below. All RFI s must provide the following information in this format: 1. Company Name: Address: Phone Number: 2. Point of Contact: Email: Phone Number: 3. Company Unique Entity ID (Found at SAM.GOV) 4. Company Business Size (Large, SDVOSB, Small etc.) 5. Estimated Delivery Date. All RFI s must provide the answers to the following questions: (1) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI? (2) Are you the manufacturer or distributor of the items being referenced above (or equivalent product/solution)?  (3) What is the manufacturing country of origin of these items? (4) If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above (or equivalent product/solution), do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in anyway, If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified? (5) Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA or the NAC or are you a contract holder with NASA SEWP or any other federal contract? If so, please provide the contract type and number. (6) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC or NASA SEWP contract holder or another federal contract holder, are the referenced items/solutions available on your schedule/contract? (7) Please provide general pricing for your products/solutions for market research purposes. (8) Please submit your capabilities regarding the salient characteristics being provided and any information pertaining to brand name or equal to items to establish capabilities for planning purposes? Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to: Thomas.Nicholls@va.gov Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than 02/15/2023 at 11:00 AM EST. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced later, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this request for information. Responses to this notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Please provide unofficial pricing. Notice: No remanufactures or gray market items/ supplies will not be acceptable. Interested parties of RFI must be an authorized reseller, distributor, or dealer of the O.E.M. (Original Equipment Manufacturer). Verification can be provided by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM. Equipment shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions. Salient Characteristics Specification The resident/patient can be positioned into a reclined position. The resident's/patient's posterior can be raised while they are reclined in the Care Raiser position. These positions can be achieved at all heights. Measurements and weights  Safe working load  136 kg (300lbs)  Weight  64 kg (141 lbs)  Lifting stroke (seat)  550 mm (21 5/8")  Seat height, lowest position 510 mm (20 1/8 )  Maximum overall length 1520 mm (59 7/8 )  Maximum overall width 650 mm (25 5/8 )  Total height, upright position 1230 mm (48 3/8 )  Total length, upright position 940 mm (37 )  Chassis, Max width 640 mm (25 1/5 )  Chassis, width between legs  508 mm (20 )  Electrical Supply voltage 24 V DC Max power 150 VA Battery NiMH Protection Class IPX4 (complete product) Specifications Care raiser function allowing undressing/dressing, improving accessibility, changing of incontinence pads, etc. Electrically height adjustable to enable the right working height for good ergonomics. Reclined position to position the resident/patient in a stretched position when showering. Two sets of driving and maneuver handles. Neck pillow for resident/patient comfort. Full length backrest with recess in the lower part of the backrest. Integrated net pocket for storage of personal belongings, such as shampoo, soap, etc. Handheld control unit for all functions with easy-to-understand symbols. Low battery buzzer. 2 sets of 24 V batteries with NiMH technology (nickel-metal hydride), chargeable at any level. Emergency lowering. Emergency stop. Safety strap. Lifting capacity 136 kg (300 lbs.). Accessories Bedpan holder Bedpan, plastic Toilet adaptor Brand Name or Equal Item Quantity Estimated Pricing Carendo with Accessories LUS-BIB2003-01KIT 4 $ Operator's Manual Hardcopy/Electronic 4 $ Service Manual Hardcopy/Electronic 4 $ Total Estimated Pricing $ The Carendo multipurpose hygiene chair facilitates an efficient hygiene and showering routine within a single transfer, while allowing a comfortable working posture for the caregiver throughout the process. Carendo is designed to enable a single caregiver to perform the full hygiene routine, including dressing and undressing, toileting, showering and other hygiene tasks in a single transfer. Height-adjustable and reclining, Carendo allows the caregiver and resident to reach their preferred height and position throughout the hygiene routine. Carendo is designed to allow a single caregiver to perform the full hygiene care routine without additional equipment or assistance, including showering, toileting, hair washing, foot care, managing compression stockings, changing of incontinence pads and other discreet hygiene tasks, dressing and undressing, and transfer to and from the shower area. Height-adjustable Allows caregiver to reach preferred working height throughout the hygiene routine. Dignified care The Care Raiser function enables you to gently lift your patient or resident s lower body with the touch of a button, allowing access for performing discreet hygiene tasks while maintaining the patient or resident s dignity.