Powered Sit to Stand Patient Lifts

The Department of Veteran Affairs, Network Contracting Office 15 (NCO 15) is seeking sources that can provide powered sit-to-stand lifts to support patient care, early mobility initiatives, and staff safety. The lifts will be used in conjunction with the Mobility Screening and Solutions Tool (MSST) to facilitate safe standing, reduce fall risk for Veterans, and mitigate lifting-related injuries among clinical staff. The contractor shall provide powered sit-to-stand lifts that meet all minimum technical specifications listed in the statement of work. The scope of work includes furnishing all equipment, materials, shipping, and related warranties required to deliver fully functional units to the VA. • The lifts must meet or exceed the technical specifications, including a maximum width of 27” with legs in the closed position, a minimum lifting capacity of 440 lbs, and compatibility with clip-based slings. • The lifts must include a single, wipeable belt to secure the patient’s legs in place and an integrated scale capable of functioning at the lift’s full weight capacity. • The leg support must be flexible and adjustable to accommodate differences in positioning and leg anatomy. • The design must allow patients to bear weight on at least one leg and hold with at least one hand. • The patient handle must raise and lower via electronic controls. • The weight scale readout must appear on the hand control and must not require separate batteries. • The lifts must include emergency stop and emergency lowering functions.