Magnification Ultra-light Optic Lightweight ERGE Loupes
ID: 36C26025Q0421Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8046f55fc94a4243bd4545ae8e0324a5/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 11, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of Magnification Ultra-Light Optic Lightweight ERGE Loupes, intended for use at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. This solicitation is specifically aimed at small businesses, particularly those that qualify as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), and includes various models of ergonomic loupes with distinct specifications and delivery requirements. The importance of these loupes lies in their application in dental procedures, ensuring high-quality instruments are available for veteran healthcare. Interested offerors must submit their proposals, including a completed price cost schedule and necessary certifications, by April 10, 2025, with a delivery deadline set for May 15, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Matthew Combes at matthew.combes@va.gov or by phone at 360-852-9883.

Point(s) of Contact
Matthew Combes
(360) 852-9883
matthew.combes@va.gov
Files
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Posted
36C26025Q0421 0001.pdf
Apr 11, 2025, 6:10 PM UTC
This document is an amendment to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C26025Q0421 issued by the Network Contracting Office 20, which is administrated from Vancouver, Washington. The amendment primarily extends the deadline for receipt of offers by one week, with the new deadline set for April 18, 2025, at 16:00 PDT. The amendment emphasizes that all terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged except for the extension stated. Additionally, instructions for acknowledging receipt of the amendment are outlined, stressing the importance of doing so in a timely manner to avoid rejection of offers. This modification falls under the authority provided by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and ensures transparency in the contracting process. Overall, this document serves to update all potential bidders regarding the extended timeline for proposals in compliance with federal contracting protocols.
S02 36C26025Q0421.pdf
Apr 11, 2025, 6:10 PM UTC
The document outlines a solicitation for the provision of Magnification Ultra-Light Optic Lightweight ERGO Loupes by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA. The request is aimed at businesses, particularly those that qualify as small businesses or service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, with a total award amount yet to be determined. Key components include various models of ergonomic loupes, each with distinct specifications and delivery requirements, with a delivery deadline set for May 15, 2025. Offerors must submit a completed price cost schedule, necessary certifications, and an Authorized Distributor Letter by the due date of April 10, 2025. The contractual terms refer to standard FAR and VAAR clauses, emphasizing compliance with service and procurement regulations, and highlight the importance of prompt payment processes. The solicitation underscores the government's intention to support veteran-owned businesses while ensuring the procurement of high-quality dental instruments. This document exemplifies typical practices in government RFPs, focusing on small business participation and procurement integrity.
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