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THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. 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.

The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI In Accordance With (IAW) FAR Part 15.201(e).

SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION

This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a RFI/sources sought only. The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339920. Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide the following:

Outdoor Fitness Station
Marion VA Medical Center
Marion, IL

General
The inside employee fitness center is small and secured behind a locked door. It was often used by employees throughout the day but was unavailable for veteran use. In addition, it has been closed since the COVID 19 pandemic with no plans to reopen.

Description of Services
The Marion VAMC is located at 2401 West Main Street, Marion, IL. An outdoor fitness station would allow space for additional fitness equipment that can be used for both employees and veterans. Since 2018 VHA has announced Whole Health implementation to be a national priority. Adding an outdoor fitness station will allow the Whole Health Recreational Therapists as well as many other disciplines such as Physical therapy, Occupational therapy to expand services and begin offering additional strengthening, fitness, and wellness classes. The outdoor fitness gym will have a total of 10 Fitness Stations with capacity to support approximately 16 people. Two stations were purchased last year for this project. Eight additional stations will be purchased for this project completion. The outdoor fitness equipment will be installed into concrete with a rubberized top offering a strong, stable foundation and safety with use. Three custom shade sails are part of the equipment package for sun protection. Also included are the in-ground general installation instructions. Upon completion of the contract, the Marion VAMC will have a new outdoor fitness station for both employees and veterans to focus on self-care, health, wellness, and fitness. The outdoor fitness equipment will be installed into concreted pads offering a strong and stable foundation for use. VA Project No. 657A5-23-121 has been submitted by Marion Engineering for the installation of the concrete pad.

Scope
A. Equipment
a. Fitness Equipment: all equipment to be made of steel, be considered as tamperproof commercial grade equipment, weatherproof, (wheelchair) accessible and one size fits all. Items must be brand name or equal to Greenfield Outdoor Fitness Model numbers listed below.

SGR042-03 2-Person Back & Arms Combo-1 ea.
-must fit in a 17 -11 x 14 -4 space
-Color-green/tan
-must allow at least 2 simultaneous users

SGR048AW-03 2-Person Accessible Chest Press-1 ea.
-must fit in a 16 -9 x 13 -2 space
-Color-green/tan
-must allow at least 2 simultaneous users

SHP742-03 3-Person Kettlebell Station-1 ea.
-must fit in a 17 -7 x 16 -8 space
-Color-green/tan
-must allow at least 3 simultaneous users

UBX215-01K Leg Press -1 ea.
-must fit in a 11 x 8 -8 space
-Color-green
-minimum 16 adjustable resistance levels

UBX217-01-Squat -1 ea.
-must fit in a 11 x 8 -11 space
-Color-green
-minimum 16 adjustable resistance levels

UBX221-01-Back Extension Pro-1 ea.
-must fit in an 8 -2 x 11 -3 space
-Color-green

UBX258-01-Hip Twist -1 ea.
-must fit in a 11 x 8 -8 space
-Color-green
-minimum 16 adjustable resistance levels

UBX298-01-Leg Extension & Curl-1 ea.
-must fit in a 11 x 10 -5 space
-Color-green
-minimum 16 adjustable resistance levels

b. Supplies-
Custom Sails-
-5 columns and 3 canopies
-material-fabric
-pier mounted

B. Installation: Installation NOT included, and equipment installation will be done by others upon completion of the construction site.
Place of Performance
Work performed under this contract will be performed at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Marion VA Medical Center, 2401 W. Main St, Marion, IL 62959
Period of Performance

Delivery date before or by 12/31/2024. Will be installed upon completion of construction site. Items to be delivered on-site as construction is completed
It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the brand name.

If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought-out services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:

Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?

Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?

Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above?

If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above or an equivalent solution, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified?

Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA, VA NAC, NASA SEWP, or any other federal contract, that can be utilized to procure the requirement listed above? If so, please provide the contract number.

Please submit your capabilities that show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that you can meet the requirement described in the above description.

Please provide your Contractor s Unique Entity ID (UEI) number.

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Lisa Fischer @Lisa.Fischer1@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Monday, July 17th by 15:00pm. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation

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