SAM #36C25226Q0429

VA Market Research for Custom Orthotic Insole Materials at Tomah VA Medical Center

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Tomah VA Medical Center in Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Acquisition Center, is seeking information from vendors on their ability to supply materials for custom orthotic insoles fabrication. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Tomah VA Medical Center - Network Contracting Office 12 (Great Lakes Acquisition Center) - Products/Services Requested: - Euro orthotic insole blanks in various models, sizes, and firmness levels (soft, medium, firm) - Examples: Euro 278, 286, 293, 310, 253, 270, 325, 338, 237 (EVA and standard) - Quantities range from 20 to 500 per item - Men's diecut cork/EVA insoles in multiple sizes (6, 8, 10, 12, 16) - Quantities from 12 to 100 per size - Plastazote/Poron laminate and topping sheets (Plastazote Poron, Plastazote pink, black X-Static) - Quantities: 6 to 260 per item - Tape insole die cuts (370mm x 115mm) and mill cuts - Quantity: 4,511 each - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors may respond for all or part of the listed items - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; open to all capable sources - Encouragement for responses from VOSB/SDVOSB and small businesses - Vendors should indicate contract vehicle availability (e.g., VA FSS 65 II A, GSA MAS), technical capability, and pricing - No services are requested; this is strictly for supply of materials - No period of performance specified as this is a market research RFI

Description

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Custom Orthotic Insoles Blanks, Cork Components, Plastazote/Poron Materials, and Toppings Tomah VA Medical Center (Tomah VAMC) NAICS: 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing PSC: 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment and Supplies

1. PURPOSE

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Tomah VA Medical Center, located at 500 E. Veterans Street, Tomah, WI 54660 is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying orthotic blanks, cork components, Plastazote/Poron laminates, top-cover materials, and die cut insole components required for the fabrication of custom-fit insoles. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.

The VA seeks information from all capable sources, including VOSB/SDVOSB, Small Business, and other business classifications. Vendors currently holding VA FSS 65 II A or GSA MAS contracts are strongly encouraged to respond.

1. REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION

Tomah VAMC requires the following items to replenish inventory used in the fabrication of custom orthotic shoe inserts. Vendors must indicate their ability to supply all or part of the items listed.

Required Items and Quantities

Plastazote / Poron Laminates & Toppings PLASTIZOTE PORON TOP COVER SHEET 25 PLASTAZOTE PINK TOP COVER SHEET 6 BLACK X-STATIC TOP COVER SHEET 260

Cork Components MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-6 12 MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-8 12 MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-10 34 MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-16 50 MENS DIECUT CORK\EVA INSOLE-12 100

Euro Orthotic Blanks Various Sizes EURO 278 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 20 EURO 286 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 20 EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 60 EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 25 EURO 253 INSOLE BLANK, MED 25 EURO 270 INSOLE BLANK, MED 64 EURO 278 INSOLE BLANK, MED 64 EURO 286 INSOLE BLANK, MED 162 EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, MED 455 EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, MED 500 EURO 325 INSOLE BLANK, MED 75 EURO 338 INSOLE BLANK, MED 30 EURO 237 INSOLE BLANK, MED 30 EURO 237 EVA BLANK_SOFT 320 EURO 253 INSOLE BLANK, SOFT 30 EURO 237 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20 EURO 293 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20 EURO 310 INSOLE BLANK, FIRM 20

Other Components TAPE INSOLE DIE CUT 370MM x 115MM 4,511 MILL CUTS PROVIDED WITH BLANKS 4,511

1. REQUESTED INFORMATION FROM VENDORS

Vendors responding to this RFI are requested to provide the following:

A. Company Information Business name, address, UEI, point of contact Business size and socioeconomic classification (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, SB, WOSB, etc.) Confirmation of registration in SAM.gov

B. Contract Vehicle Availability Indicate whether items are available on: VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS 65 II A) GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Other government contract vehicles Provide contract number(s) if applicable.

C. Technical Capability Ability to supply each of the required items Manufacturer information (if different from vendor) and country of origin Product sheets or equivalent documentation for blanks, cork, Plastazote/Poron, and toppings Lead times and shipping details

D. Pricing Information (Not binding) Market pricing or schedule pricing (if on FSS/GSA) Volume or bulk discount structures

E. Additional Information Any suggested alternative items meeting equivalent specifications Minimum order quantities (if any)

1. SUBMISSION INFORMATION Responses should be submitted electronically via email to Stacy.Massey@va.gov

Subject Line: RFI Response Custom Fit Insoles Materials Tomah VAMC

Response Due Date: May 13, 2026

1. DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for market research and planning. It does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract, nor does it commit the Government to any future action. No reimbursement will be provided for participation in this RFI.

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