6520--Seeking Dental Chair Models Comparable to A-Dec Brand Dental Chairs

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

This RFI is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), for the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. The VA is researching the availability and capability of business sources to provide A-Dec brand dental chairs and associated equipment. This is for planning purposes only and is NOT a solicitation.

The VA is contemplating using Brand-Name Only procedures for a future solicitation. The St. Cloud VA Health Care System currently uses A-Dec dental chairs and is considering replacing them. The government aims for an efficient procurement that utilizes existing A-Dec footprints without requiring construction or modification of utilities, ensuring no unsightly flooring is left visible.

The VA is seeking information on comparable brand models that match the quality and functionality of the specified A-Dec equipment. This includes:

• A-dec 511 Chair
• A-dec 532 TRAD Delivery System
• 545 – 12 O’clock Assistant Instrumentation
• A-dec 521 Doctor’s Stool
• A-dec 522 Assistant Stool
• Syringe Mini-Head Kit, QD, TRAD, OTC
• Component-ETO-Core
• Motor, Electric HDPC, KL 703

Responses are due by 05:00 PM CT, Thursday, June 4, 2026, and must be emailed to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov with "VA RFI Number: 36C26326Q0621" in the subject line.

Responses must include:

• Company Name, SAM UEI, Contact Information.
• Business Size under NAICS Code 339114 (Size Standard: 1000 employees).
• Manufacturer status (if applicable).
• Manufacturer's business size or name/address (if not the manufacturer).
• Socioeconomic Small Business status.
• Schedule contract details (if applicable).
• Authorization as a distributor (if applicable).
• Country of origin for proposed equipment.
• Brand, models, model numbers, and descriptive literature.

Detailed information is requested on how proposed equipment integrates with existing footprints, weight capacity, height, swivel, locking mechanisms, track lighting, service life, warranty, support services (installation, training, certification), and replacement parts process.

This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No offers will be accepted, and responders are responsible for all associated costs. No solicitation currently exists.

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential business sources capable of providing A-dec brand dental chairs and associated equipment for the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. This is for planning purposes only and is NOT a solicitation.

The VA is contemplating a future solicitation for A-dec brand dental chairs and associated equipment. They are seeking to replace existing chairs and require replacements that utilize the existing A-dec footprints without requiring construction or modification of utilities, and that leave no unsightly flooring visible.

The VA is seeking information on comparable brand models to the A-dec equipment listed below, focusing on quality and functionality:

• A-dec 511 Chair

• A-dec 532 TRAD Delivery System

• 545 – 12 O’clock Assistant Instrumentation

• A-dec 521 Doctor’s Stool

• A-dec 522 Assistant Stool

• Syringe Mini-Head Kit, QD, TRAD, OTC

• Component-ETO-Core

• Motor, Electric HDPC, KL 703

• Email Subject Line: Must include "VA RFI Number: 36C263260621"

• Deadline: No later than 05:00 PM CT, Thursday, June 4, 2026

• Email Address: Joseph.Bennett@va.gov

1. Firm Information: Company Name, SAM UEI, Contact Person, Phone, Email.
2. Business Size under NAICS 339114 (Size Standard: 1000 employees).
3. Manufacturer status (whether your firm is the manufacturer).
4. If not the manufacturer, manufacturer's business size or name/address.
5. Socioeconomic Small Business status.
6. Schedule contract information (if applicable).
7. Authorization as a distributor from the manufacturer.
8. Country of origin for proposed equipment.
9. Brand, models, model numbers, and descriptive literature for proposed equipment.

• Compatibility with existing A-dec footprints.
• Chair weight capacity, height range, swivel, and locking mechanism.
• Track lighting, service life, and warranty.
• Support services, installation, and parts availability.

This RFI is for information and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation, and responses do not constitute an offer. All costs associated with responding are the responsibility of the responder. No solicitation currently exists.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is a request for information (RFI) from potential sources regarding dental chairs and associated equipment comparable to A-Dec brand products. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 23, is considering a Brand-Name Only solicitation for the St. Cloud VA Health Care System and is seeking market information on alternative brands that meet similar quality and functionality standards.

• Identification of dental chair models comparable in quality and functionality to A-Dec brand equipment.

• Information on associated equipment and services that are comparable.

• Not specified in this RFI.

• How to Respond: Email responses to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov.

• Subject Line: Must include "VA RFI Number: 36C263260621".

• Deadline: Responses must be received no later than 05:00 PM CT on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

• Contact: Joseph Bennett, Contract Officer (Joseph.Bennett@va.gov, 319-688-3633). Email is the preferred method for all communications.

• Not specified in this RFI.

• The full Sources Sought Notice is attached (36C26326Q0621 Sources Sought A-dec Comparable Dental Chairs).

• This is a request for information only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.