Dentist & Assistant's Ergo Stools
ID: 36C260-26-AP-0078Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/71729750189a401880b317e533dde828/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking suppliers for the procurement of dental operatory stools, specifically 21 replacement doctor stools and 19 assistant stools, as part of a Sources Sought notice. The stools must meet specific ergonomic and functional requirements, including adjustable height, a forward-leaning design, slip prevention features, and easy-to-clean upholstery, with color options in blue or beige. These stools are crucial for enhancing ergonomic support in dental practices, ensuring comfort for both practitioners and patients. Interested parties should provide information regarding the country of manufacturing for their offerings and can contact Michael J Borelli at Michael.Borelli@va.gov for further details.

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    Michael J Borelli
    Michael.Borelli@va.gov
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    SALIENT Characteristics Dental Stools.docx
    The document outlines specifications for dental operatory stools intended for use in dental practices. Key features include a forward-leaning ergonomic design to support typical dentist postures, adjustable height ranging from 15.25" to 25" for doctor's stools and 22.5" to 29.5" for assistant stools, along with several adjustment levers for seat height, tilt, and backrest positioning. Essential design components require a slip prevention pommel, quiet casters suitable for various flooring, and easy-to-clean upholstery with minimal seams, specifically in blue or beige tones. Additionally, the stools must have armrest options, a robust base, and a ten-year warranty. The document serves as a formal guideline for procuring high-quality dental stools that enhance ergonomic support, which is crucial for both practitioners and patients in a clinical setting, as part of a government Request for Proposals (RFP).
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