ANSWERS TO CONTRACTOR QUESTONS 1 of 1 Question: The below list of salient characteristics are specific only to one manufacturer (Hill-Rom).  How is another vendor supposed to offer an equal when no other manufacturer can meet these specifications, especially ones that are trademarked?  Answer: The salient characteristics were modified to be more general. Salient Features: Overall, with 40 or less Bed Height minimum 14.5 or lower Save Working Load at least 650 Ib (295kg) Patient weight range 70-500 lb (32-227kg) or more 3-mode bed exit with audible alerts Motion activated nightlight One-button patient stand assist Technology to reduce patient sliding while raising the head of the bed Foley position limited to ensure Foley bag does not rest on the floor and spill Patient head of bed angle display Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg Emergency CPR mode emergencies Device storage area Integrated urinal holders Extendable bed length Touchscreen interface Bed exit silence Brake-not-set-alert One button chair Scale Scale Battery backup Four corner brake and steer Line and cord Management Four IV pole sockets Integrated restraint holders Lockout controls Head-end traction Drainage bag holder USB Port  for charging personal devices. Patient Pendant  with controls for patient comfort settings, entertainment controls, nurse call button with visual confirmation of placed calls, as well as holder for patient devices. Audible safety alerts to prompt staff and patients Integrated incontinence detection to alert staff of an incontinence event Visual indicators for bed status, incontinence and alarm settings that can be viewed from patient room doorway Motion-Activated Nightlight  Illuminated siderail grip Magnetic or wireless nurse call cable to eliminate cable breaking Integrated and quiet air pump for low air loss mattress Advanced Low air loss mattress Turn assist Moisture and heat reduction Weight based pressure redistribution Side sitting stability detection Question: Can the salient characteristics be modified to be more general in nature so that multiple manufacturers can submit quotes therefore increasing competition and giving the government the best cost benefit? Answer: Same as #2, The salient characteristics were modified to be more general. Question: If the salient characteristics cannot be modified, why is this solicitation not listed as Brand Name Only? Answer: Same as #2 Salient Characterizes were modified to be more general to encourage more contractors to submit Proposals.

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