6525--NX EQ Scanning Systems: Cone-Beam Computed Tomography: Head/Neck
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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), through its Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Scanning Systems: Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT): Head/Neck. The VA intends to award an enterprise-wide Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders for the Carestream Dental CS 9600 or equal CBCT Scanners. Responses are due June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for CBCT scanning systems designed for head and/or neck imaging, including dental applications. These systems must be capable of 2D and 3D dental imaging, 3D scanning (e.g., dual denture, facial), and provide a minimum Line Pair Resolution of 2.5 lp/mm. Software must support advanced image reconstruction, 3D volume rendering with artifact reduction, be DICOM-3 compliant, VistA validated, and use current DICOM protocols. Data files must be in DICOM and STL formats. Systems must offer standing and seated patient positioning, be FDA compliant, and include a minimum one-year warranty. Delivery is required to VA medical centers and facilities across the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for a future Requirements Contract with FFP orders)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods.
- NAICS Code: 339114 - Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 4:30 PM Central Time
- Published: June 5, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must have an active Federal Government contracts registration in SAM.gov and be certified with the appropriate NAICS code. SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database. Responses must include descriptive literature demonstrating how products meet the specified salient characteristics, information on annual service plans (coverage, provider), company details (DUNS, CAGE, size, manufacturer/distributor info), country of origin, ability to provide uninterrupted national supply, and an authorized distributor letter. A Capabilities Statement is optional.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract. The Government will not pay for information submitted.