Sources Sought Notice--Restorative Dental Instruments
ID: 36C26125Q0401Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide restorative dental instruments for the VA Palo Alto Medical Center. The procurement aims to gather information on potential suppliers capable of delivering dental equipment in accordance with the specifications outlined in the attached Sources Sought Notice, particularly under NAICS code 339114 for Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing. These instruments are crucial for the VA's dental services, ensuring high-quality care for veterans. Interested parties must submit their capability statements and contact information by March 18, 2025, to Brandy Gastinell at Brandy.Gastinell@va.gov, as part of the market research process.

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    Brandy Gastinell
    Brandy.Gastinell@va.gov
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    The document presents a Sources Sought Notice from the NCO 21, aimed at evaluating potential contractors who can provide dental equipment for the VA Palo Alto Medical Center. It outlines the procurement process, focusing on market research and soliciting written expressions of interest from qualified entities, particularly in line with the NAICS code 339114 for Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing. Interested companies must submit specific information, including contact details and capability statements by March 18, 2025. A DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) provides a detailed list of restorative dental instruments needed, including quantities and specifications. The SOW emphasizes that the contractor must deliver the products within strict timelines and adherence to quality standards, with an initial delivery expected within 30 days of order receipt. The contractor is responsible for managing delivery logistics and ensuring compliance with VA security protocols. The document reinforces the warranty terms, acceptance criteria, and confidentiality measures related to the acquisition of reusable medical supplies. Overall, the notice seeks to gather information for planning purposes regarding these procurement needs for the VA's dental services.
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