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THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION.
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SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI DESCRIPTION
This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought/RFI/RFI only. The purpose of this Sources Sought/RFI/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339920 (size standard of 750 employees). Responses to this Sources Sought/RFI/RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought/RFI, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this Sources Sought/RFI synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 22 Long Beach Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources who can possibly provide several GREENFIELDS OUTDOOR FITNESS Outdoor Gym Equipment that at a minimum meet the brand name and/or can possibly provide an equal product for the Long Beach VA Healthcare System. Located in Long Beach, CA.
Brand name Information:
Manufacturer:
GREENFIELDS OUTDOOR FITNESS
Nomenclature:
Leg Press with Adjustable Resistance
Wheelchair Accessible Triceps Press with Adjustable Resistance
Chest Press with Adjustable Resistance
Wheelchair Accessible Vertical Press with Adjustable Resistance
Shoulder Press with Adjustable Resistance
Hand Bike
Cardio Stepper with Adjustable Resistance
Bench Press with Adjustable Resistance
Model Number:
UBX215-01K
UBX244W-01
UBX246-01
UBX247W-01
UBX248-01
UBX287-01
UBX292-01
UBX293-01

(Any other information):

Equal to product Information:
Salient Characteristics
The outdoor fitness equipment must be protected from rust, corrosion, and chipping. Must retain its strength for numerous years without any need for lubrication, winterizing or regular maintenance. The equipment should be manufactured according to the following specifications:
1. Must be constructed of SAE 1020 High Carbon Steel.
2. Must have joints welding at least a minimum of 2/5 of 2/5 1/2 inch thick.
3. The bearings must be made of cast steel with cast steel rollers, that do not require re-lubrication.
4. All seats and stepping platforms must be made of custom molded LLDPE and HDPE Plastic.
5. After fabrication and welding, all parts must be hot dip galvanized for rust protection.
6. All metal parts must receive two layers of DuPont Powder Coat.
7. Must have an additional layer of polyurethane UV3 applied to all metal parts for ultraviolet protection.
8. All equipment must be made from heavy steel pipes that is subject to heavy forces and torques when in use. Â
Leg Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX215-01K
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method that eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire-resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Safeguard Anti-Slip Foot-Rest.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Customized PU-Polyurethane backrests offer great comfort while in use.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age-Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Wheelchair Accessible Triceps Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX244W-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication.
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection.
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire-resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Customized width to accommodate most wheelchairs.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age-Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Chest Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX246-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Customized PU-Polyurethane backrests offer great comfort while in use.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Wheelchair Accessible Vertical Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX247W-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty
Shoulder Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX248-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Customized PU-Polyurethane backrests offer great comfort while in use.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Hand Bike - UBX287-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Customized PU-Polyurethane backrests offer great comfort while in use.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Cardio Stepper with Adjustable Resistance - UBX292-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Ergonomic HDPE footrests offer low heat conductivity, while providing better support
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

Bench Press with Adjustable Resistance - UBX293-01
Vendor shall provide Pre-Galvanized tubes
Vendor shall provide Cold Galvanized after fabrication
Vendor shall provide Orange Peel DuPont Powder Coating with UV protection
Vendor shall provide installation method eliminates obstacles and trip hazards
Vendor shall provide Handles are made in signature molds, from durable and a fire resistant EPDM soft rubber.
Vendor shall provide Resistance mechanism consists of a Bi-Directional Hydraulic Piston with resistance of up to 100 lbs.
Vendor shall provide Customized PU-Polyurethane backrests offer great comfort while in use.
Vendor shall provide Detailed User Instructions, including a QR Code featuring "How To" video.
Vendor shall provide Separate Age Appropriate Sign mounted on the main post
Must come with at least a 10 Year Limited Warranty

The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. 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 required specifications.

We are seeking sources for products that meet the requirements set forth by the Buy American Act (41 U.S.C. §§ 8301-8305). The purpose of this notice is to identify potential offerings that are compliant with the BAA, which stipulates that the U.S. government give preference to domestically produced goods. All products offered must be either manufactured in the United States or, if manufactured outside of the United States, must qualify as domestic end products or construction materials as defined in the BAA and its implementing regulations.
By submitting a response to this notice, you certify that the products offered meet these requirements and that upon request, you can provide documentation verifying compliance. Failure to comply with these criteria may result in disqualification from consideration.

If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought-out supplies/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:
(1) 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.)?
(2) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified in this RFI?
(3) Are you the manufacturer, authorized distributor, and/or can provide equivalent solution to the items being referenced above? If applicable, please provide the manufacturer name and business size.
(4) Is the end product manufactured in the United States; and is the cost of the components made in the U.S. at least 60% of the total cost of components required to manufacture the end product? If the item is not manufactured in the U.S., please provide the country of origin.
(5) If you are a large business, do you have any designated/authorized distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of Contact and size status (if available).
(5) 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?
(6) If you intend to sub contract any work on this contract, what portion of the total cost will be self-performed/will be performed by your organization? Please provide estimated detailed percentage breakdowns related to sub contracted work and completion of job.
(7) Does your company have a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract? If so, please provide the contract number.
(8) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract holder, are all the items/solution you are providing information for available on your schedule/contract? Please state if all or some items are available on the contract.
(9) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.
(10) Please submit your capabilities statement illustrating your organization s ability to meet the described salient characteristics or equal to items for planning purposes; show clear, compelling and convincing evidence that all equal to items" meet all the salient characteristics.
(11) Please review salient characteristics/statement of work (if applicable) and provide feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.
(12) Please provide your SAM.gov Unique Entity ID/Cage Code number.
Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to israel.garcia2@va.gov. Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than 03/15/2024 by 12:00PM PST.
All responses to this Sources Sought/RFI will be used for planning purposes only. If a solicitation is issued as a result of the information provided from this RFI, all interested parties must respond to that solicitation separately IAW the specifications of that solicitation announcement.
Responses to this Sources Sought/RFI notice is not considered a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.

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