Ivoclar Stratos Articulators and Parts
ID: 36C25624Q1388Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking bids from qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) for the procurement of Ivoclar Stratos Articulators and Parts for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. This acquisition is justified as a single-source procurement due to Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. being the sole manufacturer of the required equipment, which is critical for dental services provided at the facility. The solicitation, identified by number 36C25624Q1388, emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal procurement regulations and encourages participation from veteran-owned firms, with a total funding amount not exceeding $30,000. Interested vendors must ensure active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their proposals in accordance with the outlined requirements, with inquiries directed to Kolbi Barton at kolbi.barton@va.gov or by phone at 501-257-5619.

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    The document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under solicitation number 36C25624Q1388, primarily aimed at purchasing Ivoclar Stratos articulators and related parts. This solicitation is exclusively set aside for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) as part of federal contracting efforts. The document details the specific requirements for bidders, including the necessity for active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and compliance with various procurement regulations outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Included are a pricing schedule for multiple items needed and a statement of work delineating the equipment specifications. Key clauses regarding contract terms, payment procedures, invoicing, and certifications are outlined to ensure transparency and adherence to federal guidelines. Also, the evaluation criteria for submitted offers focus on technical compliance, pricing, and past performance. The primary purpose of this document is to solicit competitive bids from eligible small businesses, encouraging participation from veteran-owned firms in federal procurement while adhering to regulations to maintain fair and equitable competition.
    The document presents a justification for a single-source acquisition by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Ivoclar Stratos Articulators and Parts at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The acquisition exceeds the micro-purchase threshold but remains within the simplified acquisition threshold of $30,000. The justification states that Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. is the sole manufacturer of the required system, making it impossible to source from other vendors, despite conducting market research that identified 239 potential vendors under the relevant NAICS code. An RFI posted on SAM.gov yielded no responses, and further inquiries affirmed that no other suppliers could meet the specific needs. With the documentation confirming the Rule of Two, a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) was determined to be viable. The contracting officer has approved the purchase in alignment with FAR guidelines, affirming the accuracy and completeness of the justification. This procurement strategy emphasizes the VA's commitment to utilizing authorized small businesses while ensuring the uniquely required product's availability.
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