Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to purchase thirteen battery-powered ergonomic bedside commodes capable of providing controlled, electronic sit-to-stand and stand-to-sit assistance. The commodes must have a minimum seat height of 19 inches, adjustable up to 21.5 inches, and support a minimum safe working load of 450 pounds. The commodes should include swing-up armrests, a handheld control pendant, and a pod-style enclosure for mechanical components. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, and the associated NAICS code is 326191. The award will be based on a comparative evaluation of quotes, considering factors such as price, speed of delivery, and past performance.
Some key features and requirements of the commodes include:
• 450 lb. weight capacity
• Flat transfer seat on the sides of the actual toilet seat
• Battery powered unit with initial 24 hour required charge and then 4 hour recharge time
• Swivel locking large wheels that can be set to lock in place or allow straight motion only or swivel freely when being pushed by a caregiver
• HEIGHT: 35” (at push bar)
• SEATING HEIGHT: 19” to 21.5” (adjustable)
• WIDTH: 24”/ 21.5” (outside/inside grab bars)
• BASE FOOTPRINT: 26” x 27”
• WEIGHT RATING: 450 pounds
• The base of toilet must be white
• Color of arm rests and caregiver push bar must be chrome
• Color of brakes must be mostly bright red for safety purposes