6515--CEREC PRIMESCAN AND PRINTER
ID: 36C26225Q0383Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aa086e08b4db4fc99ed644a67133f114/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a new CEREC Primescan and printer under solicitation number 36C26225Q0383, with a focus on enhancing dental services at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System in Prescott, AZ. This procurement is set aside 100% for small businesses, emphasizing the VA's commitment to fostering small business participation in government contracts. The CEREC Primescan is crucial for modern dental practices, enabling efficient and accurate dental imaging and restoration processes. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by March 12, 2025, at 16:00 Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Hanan McCullick at Hanan.Mccullick@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2234.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hanan McCullickContract Specialist
    (562) 766-2234
    Hanan.McCullick@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0383_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for the procurement of a new CEREC Primescan and printer, as indicated in solicitation number 36C26225Q0383. The deadline for submission of responses is set for March 12, 2025, at 16:00 Pacific Time. This solicitation does not involve Recovery Act funds and is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside. The NAICS code for this procurement is 339114, relating to dental equipment manufacturing. Bidders are expected to refer to the attached Request for Quotation (RFQ) for detailed specifications and requirements. The performance of this contract will take place at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System in Prescott, AZ. Contract specialists can direct inquiries to Hanan McCullick via provided contact information. This notice encapsulates the VA's continuous effort to enhance dental services through professional procurement processes in line with federal guidelines.
    36C26225Q0383.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for market research related to procurement of dental equipment, specifically a CEREC PrimeScan and printer, for the Loma Linda VA Medical Center in California. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on the capabilities of potential contractors, particularly small businesses including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), to provide the specified equipment and associated services. Requirements include the supply, installation, configuration, and maintenance of advanced dental scanning technology catering to features like zirconia milling and full arch scanning. Interested contractors must submit detailed responses by January 29, 2025, outlining their qualifications, relevant experience, business status, and any existing government contracts that would enable them to meet the requirements. This initiative emphasizes the government’s commitment to explore viable small business partnerships while ensuring compliance with federal contracting standards. This notice does not constitute a formal solicitation and is intended solely for information and planning purposes. Responses will guide acquisition decisions and potential set-aside procurement eligibility based on contractor capabilities.
    RFQ.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for specific dental equipment acquisitions under the solicitation number 36C26225Q0383. It indicates a strong focus on small business involvement, with the procurement set 100% aside for small businesses. Key items include the CEREC Primescan AC TP and associated sustainment plans. The proposal details submission deadlines, required qualifications including an Authorized Distributor Letter, and the necessity for electronic invoice submissions. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with salient characteristics to offer "equal-to" products. The solicitation incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses tied to compliance, including ethics and equal opportunity mandates, further emphasizing the VA's commitment to transparency, integrity, and veteran-related services. This RFP signifies the VA’s intent to enhance dental service capabilities while fostering small business engagement in government contracts.
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