6520 - Schick 33 Sensors and Starter Kits
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 4, is soliciting offers for brand-name only Schick 33 Sensors and Starter Kits for the Lebanon VA Medical Center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. This is an unrestricted solicitation. Quotations are due by April 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Schick 33 dental X-ray Sensor Starter Kits in sizes S0 (3 kits), S1 (1 kit), and S2 (1 kit). Each kit must include a sensor, spare 3.0 sensor cable kit, sheaths, sensor holster, holder kits, USB 3.0 module, USB 3.0 clips kit, wall mount, and USB 3.0 cable. The sensors must be the "Schick 33" brand name to ensure compatibility with the VAMC's existing Planmecha X-ray generators and Sirona Dentsply Systems, providing high-resolution imaging (33 line pairs per millimeter) and interchangeable cable technology. The price must include shipping and installation, with delivery required within thirty (30) days from the time of award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), implied Firm Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted).
- NAICS: 339114 (Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing), Size Standard 750 employees.
- Submission Deadline: April 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST.
- Published Date: April 2, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Lebanon, PA.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted via email to nathan.lohr@va.gov. A critical requirement for consideration is the inclusion of a Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is authorized to distribute/resell the Schick 33 sensors. Failure to provide this LOA will result in immediate elimination. Offers will be evaluated based on Price and Past Performance.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified as brand-name only due to the need for seamless integration with existing VA dental equipment, avoiding a complete system overhaul, training burdens, patient care interruptions, and additional costs. Market research identified no authorized small businesses capable of providing the specific brand-name sensors required. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any amendments.