Sole Source A-dec, Inc Dental Equipment and Supplies for USNMRTC Yokosuka, Yokota AB, and Kadena AB
ID: HT941025N0128Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

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Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

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DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), intends to award a sole-source contract to A-dec, Inc. for the provision of dental equipment and supplies to U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) facilities located at Yokosuka, Yokota Air Base, and Kadena Air Base in Japan. This procurement includes the supply of dental chairs, instruments, and necessary installation services, ensuring compatibility with existing A-dec equipment at these clinics. The contract is critical for maintaining operational readiness and providing high-quality dental care to service members, with a delivery deadline set for January 13, 2026. Interested vendors may challenge the sole-source basis by submitting capability statements to Belinda Hsieh at belinda.m.hsieh.civ@health.mil or CHA-ON Gordon at cha-on.p.gordon2.civ@health.mil by August 14, 2025.

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    The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) intends to award a sole source contract to A-dec, Inc. for the supply of dental equipment and supplies at the US Naval Hospital Yokosuka in Japan. This notice confirms that A-dec is the only source able to meet the government's specific requirements due to current compatibility with existing systems, as they are the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the equipment used in the hospital. The contract includes essential items such as dental chairs and stools, and all necessary accessories for operations at the clinic. The delivery is expected by January 13, 2026. Capability statements from other vendors are invited to ascertain whether a competitive procurement could be pursued, but the intent remains to proceed with A-dec based on their unique qualifications. The document specifies a deadline for submissions and emphasizes that no requests for proposals will be entertained.
    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to A-dec, Inc. for dental equipment and supplies. This procurement is for U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) Yokosuka, Yokota Air Base, and Kadena Air Base in Japan. A-dec, Inc. is the sole provider due to existing A-dec dental chairs at these clinics, ensuring compatibility and maintainability. The contract includes necessary equipment, accessories, and de-installation/installation services. The NAICS code is 339114 (Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing), and the PSC is 6520. The delivery is due by January 13, 2026. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes; however, interested vendors can submit capability statements by August 7, 2025, to challenge the sole-source basis.
    The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) intends to award a sole-source contract to A-dec, Inc. for dental equipment and supplies. This action is justified under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.501(a) and 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), citing A-dec, Inc. as the only available source. The contract will supply dental clinics at U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) Yokosuka, Japan, Yokota Air Base (AB), Japan, and Kadena Air Base (AB), Japan. A-dec, Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the existing equipment, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and maintainability. The scope includes de-installation of old units, installation of new OEM equipment, and factory-based training for Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs). Kavo dental handpieces are also specified for integration. This notice is an intent to award and not a request for competitive proposals; however, interested vendors may submit capability statements by August 14, 2025, to challenge the sole-source basis.
    The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) plans to award a sole source contract to A-dec, Inc. for the supply of dental equipment and supplies for U.S. Navy dental clinics located at Yokosuka, Yokota, and Kadena Air Bases in Japan. This decision follows regulations indicating that only one source meets the government’s requirements. The contract aims to procure necessary equipment such as dental chairs, delivery systems, and lights, with a delivery deadline set for January 13, 2026. A-dec, Inc. is specified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the items required, which ensures conformity in compatibility and operational efficiency at these clinics. The announcement clarifies that it is not a competitive bid request; however, interested vendors may submit capability statements to challenge the sole-source justification by August 4, 2025. The requirement underscores the commitment to maintaining high standards in patient care through compatible dental equipment across U.S. military facilities abroad.
    The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) intends to award a sole source contract to A-dec, Inc. for the supply of dental equipment and supplies at U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) and two Air Bases in Japan. This decision follows FAR regulations permitting sole source acquisitions due to A-dec being the only provider capable of meeting the specific operational needs of these dental clinics. The primary items required include dental chairs, delivery systems, LED dental lights, and various instrumentation, totaling a significant quantity for each base. The contract also includes the removal and shipping of old equipment. Interested vendors may submit capability statements by a specified deadline, although this is not a request for competitive quotes. Any challenges to this requirement must be submitted via email to a designated contact by a specific date. This notice emphasizes the government's intent for a straightforward procurement process, ensuring compatibility and efficiency for military dental operations.
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