6515--528-25-3-4085-0088 VHAWNYHCS Dental Heliodent Sole Source Notice
ID: 36C24225F0106Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

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Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to Dentsply Sirona for the procurement of twelve Heliodent XL dental X-ray units at the Buffalo VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. This procurement is necessary to replace existing dental X-ray units that were installed in 2007 and have surpassed their operational lifespan, with the need for timely replacement underscored by the potential delays in care for veterans. The Heliodent machines are uniquely compatible with the facility's existing dental cabinets, making Dentsply Sirona the sole provider for this equipment. Interested parties can contact Contracting Officer Corey Swinton at Corey.Swinton@va.gov for further information regarding this procurement, which has an estimated value of $29,084.64.

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    Corey SwintonContracting Officer
    Corey.Swinton@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to Dentsply Sirona for the procurement of twelve dental X-ray units at the Buffalo VAMC, located in Albany, NY. The current dental X-ray units, installed in 2007, have surpassed their useful life and were due for replacement in 2017. With the facility already having purchased eight X-ray units for twelve dental observatories, an additional four units are now required due to construction changes. The timely replacement of these units is crucial, as delays in dental imaging can significantly impact Veteran care. This notice serves as an indication of the VA's commitment to maintaining efficient healthcare services and addressing equipment needs within their facilities, emphasizing the importance of timely procurement processes in support of veteran healthcare.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is initiating a limited source procurement for eight Heliodent XL dental x-ray machines from Dentsply Sirona, in response to urgent needs at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. The existing x-ray units, installed in 2007, have exceeded their operational lifespan, leading to delays in veteran care. The total estimated value of this procurement action is $29,084.64. Searches in SBA and GSA databases confirmed that Dentsply is the sole provider of these required machines, with no other vendors or resellers authorized to supply them. The justification for this limited sourcing is based on the unique compatibility of Heliodent machines with existing dental cabinets and the requirement for timely care for veterans. The procurement aligns with established federal regulations, ensuring that the process adheres to the necessary legal framework for federal supply scheduling. The documentation meets the requirements set by FAR 8.405-6, eliminating the need for a traditional justification under FAR 6.303.
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