Opportunity
SAM #36C26326Q0847
Award for Handicare Patient Lift Equipment for Iowa City VA
Buyer
VA Health Administration Center 23 (VHA NCO 23)
Posted
June 16, 2026
Identifier
36C26326Q0847
NAICS
339113, 423450
This opportunity involves the Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23, Iowa City Medical Center awarding a contract for patient transfer aids. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23, Iowa City Medical Center - OEM Highlight: - Handicare is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the patient lift equipment - Vendor Awarded: - Fidelis Sustainability Distribution LLC (SDVOSB certified and sole authorized distributor) - Products/Services Requested: - Handicare patient lift equipment - Intended to replace outdated and unsupported patient lift systems - Equipment must be compatible with the existing proprietary ceiling railing system - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sole source procurement due to proprietary compatibility with existing infrastructure - Only Handicare equipment is compatible with the current ceiling rail system, precluding competition until the rails are replaced - Fidelis Sustainability Distribution is the only authorized distributor for Handicare in this context - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $320,418.03