SAM #36C24426Q0673

Market Research for Medically Approved Chair Mat Pressure Sensor and Software

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Pittsburgh VA Human Engineering Research Laboratories, is seeking information from vendors regarding a medically approved chair mat pressure sensor system. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs - Sub-agency: Pittsburgh VA Human Engineering Research Laboratories - Office: Network Contracting Office 4 - Products/Services Requested: - Chair Mat Pressure Sensor device - Size: 18in x 18in - Resolution: 1/2 inch - Pressure rating: 5-200mmHg - Accuracy: +/-5% - Foldable, ultra-thin, single-piece construction - Medically approved (CSA/CE Class 1 ISO 60601-1) - Pre-calibrated - Device-specific encryption and security software - Resistant to drift or environmental interference - Includes a one-year manufacturer warranty - Accompanying software for device operation and security - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Device must be pre-calibrated and include device-specific encryption/security software - Must be foldable, ultra-thin, and a single-piece mat - Medically certified to CSA/CE Class 1 ISO 60601-1 - One-year manufacturer warranty required - Respondents must provide a Letter of Authorization from the OEM and product literature - Opportunity is restricted to small businesses, with preference for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses - Active SAM registration required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - All items to be shipped to the Pittsburgh VA Human Engineering Research Laboratories

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The following is a Source Sought Notice for market research. This posted notice is not a Pre- Solicitation or Solicitation document. The Government is not currently soliciting bids, quotations, or proposals at this time; however, reserves the right to do so at a later date. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Pittsburgh VA Human Engineering Research Laboratories, has a requirement for a new pressure sensor device and accompanying software. Salient Characteristics

Size: 18in x 18in Resolution: 1/2 in Pressure Rating: 5-200mmHg Device specific encryption and security software Classified as a CSA/CE Class 1 ISO 60601-1 medically approved product Device comes pre-calibrated, does not require additional calibration equipment The sensor mat must be one single piece Mat must be foldable and ultra thin Accuracy rating of at least +/- 5% Not prone to drift or environmental interference

Accessories: Accompanying software

Warranty of Equipment: Contractor must provide manufacturer warranty on all provided equipment and supplies for first year from date of receipt and verification of installation/operation. ALL ITEMS TO BE SHIPPED TO THE FOLLOWING LOCATION: Pittsburgh VA Human Engineering Research Laboratories, 6425 Penn Avenue, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 ALL INTERESTED PARTIES MUST ALSO HAVE AN ACTIVE REGISTRATION IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) DATABASE. TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT WWW.SAM.GOV. Responses to this Sources Sought shall include:

Company Name

Address

Point of Contact

Phone Number

Email Address

Unique Entity ID

CAGE Code

Tax ID Number

In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 8127(d), a contracting officer of the Department shall award contracts on the basis of competition restricted to small business concerns owned and controlled by Veterans, if the contracting officer has a reasonable expectation that two or more small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans will submit offers, and that the award can be made at a fair and reasonable price that offers the best value to the United States. For purposes of this VA specific rule, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) or a veteran-owned small business (VOSB), must meet the eligibility requirements in 38 U.S.C. 8127(e), (f) and VAAR subpart 819.7003 and be listed as verified by the Small Business Administration at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov. Please provide answers to all questions below regarding your firm s Socio-Economic status pursuant to North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) 339112.

1. Is your business a small business under NAICS 339112? YES ______ NO ______

2. Is your firm a Veteran-Owned Small Business? YES ______ NO ______

3. Is your firm a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business? YES ______ NO ______

4. Is your firm a certified HUB Zone firm? YES ______ NO ______

5. Is your firm a Woman Owned business? YES ______ NO ______

6. Is your firm a Large Business? YES ______ NO ______

7. What is your GSA/FSS schedule for these items? YES______ NO______

Schedule Number: ___________________

Expiration Date: _____________________

1. Where are the products manufactured? ______________________________

Please provide a capability statement as well as any relevant literature addressing your organization s ability to supply the required items. Also, please include a point of contact name, phone number, and email address. Note: Questions regarding this notice should be addressed to Ryan Hatfield via email only. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED REGARDING THIS REQUIREMENT. Please submit all responses to this notice via e-mail to: Ryan Hatfield Contract Specialist Ryan.Hatfield@va.gov Responses to this Sources Sought Notice are required by no later than Friday, June 19, 2026, at 11:00 am (1100) EST. If you are interested in submitting a response to this posting, please ensure to submit a Letter of Authorization from the OEM and a brochure/specification sheet for the product.

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