Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for the installation of overhead ceiling lifts at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. The lifts will be used to improve patient safety and reduce the risk of injury to both patients and healthcare personnel during patient handling and movement. The contractor will be responsible for designing and installing four fixed, ceiling-mounted patient lift systems in designated patient care rooms. The lifts must meet certain technical requirements, including being OSHPD-certified and having a minimum lifting capacity of 550 lbs. The contractor will also be required to provide training for staff on the use of the lifts.
• The contractor will be responsible for designing and installing four fixed, ceiling-mounted patient lift systems in designated patient care rooms.
• The lifts must meet certain technical requirements, including being OSHPD-certified and having a minimum lifting capacity of 550 lbs.
• The contractor will be required to provide training for staff on the use of the lifts.
• The contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all personnel assigned to the project are fully trained, qualified, and licensed to install patient lift systems.
• The contractor will be required to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental, occupational safety, life safety, and fire protection regulations.