6520--Brand name or equal to Henry Schein Airflow Station small business set aside
ID: 36C26025Q0331Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals from small businesses for the procurement of a Henry Schein Airflow Station, as part of a total small business set-aside initiative. The equipment is intended to enhance dental care by facilitating air polishing procedures, requiring a mobile, self-contained unit with specific operational capabilities and compatibility with existing dental handpieces. This procurement underscores the government's commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring the acquisition of advanced medical equipment for effective dental treatment. Interested parties must submit their quotes by March 24, 2025, and direct any questions to Contracting Officer Nick Price at Nicholas.Price@va.gov by March 13, 2025.

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    Nick PriceContracting Officer
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    Nicholas.Price@va.gov
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    The document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice for RFQ 36C26025Q0331, which seeks proposals from small businesses for a Henry Schein Airflow Station. The contracting office is located in Vancouver, WA, and the Request for Quote (RFQ) is set to close on March 24, 2025, at 17:30 Pacific Time. Interested parties may submit questions until March 13, 2025, and must submit their quotes in writing via email. The bid is exclusively open to small businesses under the NAICS code 339114, and offers should meet specified salient characteristics detailed in the official solicitation documents attached to the notice. Potential bidders are advised to prepare their submissions on company letterhead, including a brochure showcasing their products. The contract will be awarded based on overall price and compliance with the required characteristics. The notice outlines the critical steps and requirements for participation in this procurement process, reflecting the government's commitment to engaging small businesses in supplying necessary medical equipment.
    The document outlines solicitation 36C26025Q0331 from the Network Contracting Office 20 of the Department of Veterans Affairs, intended for the procurement of equipment, specifically the Henry Schein Airflow Station and Airflow One Air Polishing unit. It is categorized as an open market solicitation, set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 339114. The proposal includes details for submission, including a deadline for questions by March 13, 2025, and specifies that all payments will be made electronically. Key features include delivery terms, pricing schedules, and various federal acquisition clauses that govern the contract. Prospective contractors must comply with small business regulations, including the commitment to using service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses as subcontractors. This document reinforces the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring the procurement of quality medical equipment.
    The document outlines the requirements for a Mobile Guided Dental Biofilm Therapy Unit that will facilitate air polishing procedures as part of preventive and maintenance dental care. Key specifications include a mobile, self-contained unit with dimensions that ensure compatibility, power requirements ranging from 100-240Vac, and an operational capacity to handle a humidity range of 30% to 75%. The unit must feature compatibility with existing handpieces, adjustable power levels, wireless communication, and must be capable of cleaning periodontal pockets up to 9mm. Additional specifications include night cleaning capabilities, a warranty of 12 to 24 months, and equipment support options such as changeable filters. The unit must also have an integrated water supply, air hookups for Adec dental chairs, and various storage solutions for additional cleaning materials. In essence, this RFP emphasizes the need for advanced equipment that meets critical operational needs in dental care while ensuring versatility and effectiveness in biofilm treatment. The document is structured to detail equipment functionalities, dimensions, operating conditions, and requirements for accessories, maintenance, and ease of use, thereby aiming to secure a comprehensive oral health solution for dental practices requiring modern treatment approaches.
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