6520--Air-driven handpieces
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 16 (NCO 16), has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for air-driven dental handpieces. This is for market research to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Responses are due by March 20, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
Purpose
This SSN is for market research and planning purposes only to identify potential sources capable of providing specific air-driven dental handpieces and related items. It is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this notice. The government will not pay for information submitted.
Scope of Work
The VA is seeking information on sources for sixteen (16) units of each of the following:
- Midwest Phoenix Rhino XE Low Speed Motor
- Midwest Rhino XE Contra Angle 1:1
- Midwest Phoenix High Speed K-Style
- 6-Pin LED K-Style Coupler
- 6-Hole Tubing Dove Gray (or equal)
Salient characteristics are detailed for the K-Style Coupler (6-pin, spray water control, back suction stop, LED), tubing (6-pin compatible), handpiece speed (up to 400,000 RPM), torque, head size, chuck type, cooling system, noise reduction, weight/balance, material (stainless steel), air pressure (30-40 psi), and maintenance (autoclave compatible).
Delivery is required at the VA Medical Center Eugene Towbin, North Little Rock, AR, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST, excluding Federal Holidays. Deliverables include operation and maintenance manuals with each product, and a standard manufacturer's warranty covering shipping costs for repairs.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (SSN)
- NAICS Code: 339114 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard.
- PSC Code: 6520 (Dental Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC).
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit:
- General company information, including business type (socio-economic status).
- SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Number.
- Product details: OEM authorization (if a distributor), domestic/non-domestic status, and justification for brand name or equal.
- Buy American/Trade Agreement Certificate status.
- Proposed delivery schedule and estimated industry pricing.
- Descriptive literature and past contract references.
Response Due & Submission
- Response Due Date: March 20, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Email to Carmyn.Williams@va.gov.
Additional Notes
This notice includes a draft Statement of Work (SOW). Responses are for market research and planning only and do not obligate the Government to any acquisition.