The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified sources to provide custom-made stainless steel laboratory cabinets and countertops for the Brooklyn VA Medical Center (VAMC). The procurement aims to equip a new 3D printing room for the Dental Service, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for housing 3D printing equipment and chemical storage. The required cabinetry includes specific items such as a sink base cabinet, drawer base cabinets, open wall shelves, and countertops, all designed with features like ventilation, fire resistance, and adjustable shelving to meet safety and operational standards. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company information and capabilities, by January 16, 2026, via email to Jonatan Rondon at jonatan.rondon@va.gov.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for custom-made stainless steel laboratory cabinets and countertops for the Brooklyn VAMC. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The VA is seeking qualified sources to provide specific stainless steel cabinetry, including a sink base cabinet, drawer base cabinets, open wall shelves, and countertops with support mounts, to equip a new 3D printing room for the Dental Service at the Brooklyn Campus. The objective is to create an efficient and safe environment for 3D printing equipment, chemical storage, and handling. The cabinetry must meet specific dimensions and features like ventilation options, fire-resistant properties, adjustable shelving, and splash guards. Installation will be provided by the Brooklyn Campus Engineering service, and delivery is to the Brooklyn Campus warehouse. Interested vendors are requested to provide company information, business size status (NAICS code 337211, 1,000-employee standard), manufacturing/distribution capabilities, federal contract details, general pricing for market research, and capabilities regarding the salient characteristics. Responses are due by January 16, 2026, via email to Jonatan.rondon@va.gov.

THIS REQUEST IS FOR SOURCES SOUGHT AND IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION.
THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e).
DISCLAIMER
This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice is marked as proprietary and will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this Sources Sought Notice.
SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION
This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS code 337211 (size standard of 1,000 employees). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources that can provide Custom made Cabinets and Countertops that at a minimum meets the following salient characteristics with a brand name or equal product for the New York Harbor, Healthcare System, Brooklyn, NY:
Scope of Work
Stainless steel laboratory cabinets and countertops are essential components needed to complete the Dental Service's 3D printing room at the Brooklyn Campus. This cabinetry is needed for housing the service s 3D printer, design computer and monitors, wash and cure stations, as well printing resins that are used to generate printed models, guides and other various dental appliances. The printer requires a stable, static environment for accurate printing. These cabinets and countertops offer a combination of durability, resistance to corrosive substances, and easy maintenance, ensuring an efficient and safe working environment.
Objectives
To provide an efficient designated space to house a 3D printing equipment for the dental service and to enhance the safety and efficiency of the 3D printing lab by installing stainless steel laboratory cabinets and countertops designed specifically for secure chemical storage and handling. These installations aim to provide a dedicated space for 3D designing and printing, storage of completed projects, and to minimize the risk of chemical spills, prevent contamination, and ensure compliance with safety standards, thereby creating a safer working environment for dental service personnel.
To enhance safety, the cabinets are designed with ventilation options to prevent the buildup of fumes from stored chemicals. They are also equipped with fire-resistant properties to add an extra layer of protection in case of accidental spillage or reactions.
The cabinets feature adjustable shelving to accommodate the 3D printer, chemical containers, and other necessary equipment. Drawers are designed with smooth gliding mechanisms and secure locks to keep chemicals safely stored when not in use. Additionally, the countertops are seamlessly integrated with splash guards to prevent spills and leaks from spreading and causing potential hazards.
These laboratory cabinets and countertops are designed with the specific needs of a dental 3D printing room in mind. They provide ample storage space to keep the area organized and maximize workflow efficiency. Their robust construction can support the weight of heavy 3D printing equipment while offering a stable and functional work surface for chemical mixing and other tasks.
Item/Quantity Description
Sink Base Cabinet
Dimensions: 24 W x 30 D x 36 H
Quantity: 1
Configuration: Sink base cabinet, open or as specified by VA project drawings
Drawer Base Cabinets
Dimensions: 24 W x 18 D x 29 H
Configuration: Two (2) drawers per cabinet
Quantity: 3
Open Wall Shelves
Dimensions: 40 L x 24 H x 12 D
Quantity: 4
Countertops with Support Mounts
Dimensions: 80 L x 20 W
Quantity: 2
Countertop with Support Mounts
Dimensions: 50 L x 24 W
Quantity: 1
Item #
Description/Part Number\*
Qty
1
Stainless Steel Sink Base Cabinet 24 W x 30 D x 36 H
1
2
Stainless Steel Drawer Base Cabinets 24 W x 18 D x 29 H
3
3
Open Wall Shelves 40 L x 24 H x 12 D
4
4
Stainless Steel Countertops with Support Mounts 80 L x 20 W
2
5
Stainless Steel Countertops with Support Mounts 50 L x 24 W
1
Installation
This cabinetry will be installed via on-site labor provided by the Engineering service at the Brooklyn Campus.
Place of Performance / Delivery
The cabinets and countertops are to be delivered to the warehouse/loading dock at the Brooklyn campus. Below is the address:
NYHHCS Brooklyn Campus Warehouse:
800 Poly Place
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Recalls
The Vendor shall immediately notify all affected VA Medical Centers and designated POC in the event of a device recall, removal, required adjustment, or required modification that is suggested or mandated by the Vendor, distributor, manufacturer, or any regulatory or government agency. The following information shall be included in this notification:
A complete item description and identification (to include lot and serial numbers where
applicable);
Administrative identification data including order numbers and order date;
Reasons for recall, removal, adjustment, or modification; and
Instructions for appropriate corrective action.
Defective Items/Warranty
A limited warranty will be included.
The equipment will be assembled in the Dental Suite at the Brooklyn campus. Room 1-403A.
The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications.
If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:
Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?
(2) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?
(3) Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above?
(4) If you are a large business, do you have any designated distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of Contact and size status (if available).
(5) If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above or an equivalent solution, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified?
(6) If you intend to sub contract any work on this contract, what portion of the total cost will be self-performed/will be performed by your organization? Please provide estimated detailed percentage breakdowns related to sub contracted work and completion of job.
(7) Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA or the NAC or are you a contract holder with NASA SEWP or any other federal contract? If so, please provide the contract number.
(8) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC or NASA SEWP contract holder or other federal contract holder, are the items/solution you are providing information for available on your schedule/contract?
(9) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.
(10) Please submit your capabilities in regard to the salient characteristics being provided and any information pertaining to equal to items to establish capabilities for planning purposes?
(11) Will the items you will be providing manufactured domestically in the United States or are they foreign manufactured items?
(12) Please review salient characteristics/statement of work (if applicable) and provide feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.
(13) Please provide your Sam.gov Unique Entity ID number.
\*\*\* Submissions addressing number (10) should show clear, compelling and convincing\*\*\* evidence that all equal to items" meet all the salient characteristics.
Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Jonatan.rondon@va.gov, telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than January 16th, 2026. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.

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