THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ABOUT PRICING, DELIVERY, THE MARKET, AND CAPABILITIES IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI FOR PLANNING PURPOSES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI DESCRIPTION This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice / RFI only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice / RFI is to gain information about potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (Size standard of 800 employees). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI, further RFIs and/or a solicitation or other announcements may be published. The purpose of this contract is to have a vendor to provide 5 dialysis chairs at TUCSON VA Healthcare System, AZ. The vendor shall provide following requirements: General Features Adjustability: The chair must have multiple adjustable positions, including an upright position, relax/zero gravity position, a fully reclined/bed position and Trendelenburg position, with independent adjustment for the backrest, seat, and leg rest. Must include functionality for Trendelenburg position (head below feet). Weight Capacity: Must support a patient s weight up to 500 pounds. Dimensions: Suitable for accommodating patients of various body sizes comfortably. Mobility: Equipped with lockable caster wheels for easy movement and stability during treatment. Safety Features Safety Mechanisms: The chair must include safety features such as emergency stop buttons and safety locks. Ease of Access: Armrests should be movable to facilitate easy patient transfer, and the chair should include integrated grab bars for additional support. Fire Retardant: Upholstery materials must be fire retardant as per relevant safety standards. Comfort Features Padding: High-density foam padding with pressure-relieving design to prevent pressure ulcers during long treatments. Upholstery: Seamless, durable, and easy to clean, with antimicrobial properties to reduce infection risk. Durability and Maintenance Materials: Constructed from high-quality, durable materials that can withstand frequent use, cleaning, and disinfecting. Easy to Clean: Surfaces must be non-porous and easy to clean, with removable cushions for thorough sanitiza…