Clinical Dental Chairs
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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), specifically Network Contract Office 15 (36C255), is soliciting proposals for Clinical Dental Chairs and associated equipment for the Wichita VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. This is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is a follow-on to a previously cancelled opportunity. Offers are due by February 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks the procurement, delivery, installation, and training for new and unused dental equipment to support general dentistry and oral surgery procedures. Key items include:
- 8 Dental Chairs: Must support 500 lbs, adjustable for mobility-impaired patients, 50-degree swivel, 12-30 inch height range, dual articulating headrest, supportive armrests, and integrated controls.
- 8 Dental Delivery Systems: Chair-mounted, 6 positions, compatible with Kavo motors/handpieces and Dentsply scaler tips, ambidextrous handle, 6-inch glass touchscreen, and 2-liter water bottle.
- 8 Assistant Packages: Chair-mounted with 4 position holders.
- 8 Dental Lights: LED, low heat, cure-safe mode, touchless sensor, auto on-off, touchpad control, 180° rotation, minimum 15,000 lux at low setting, and 30,000-hour lifespan.
- 6 Doctor's Stools: 5-wheel design, adjustable height, tilt seat, backrest height control, matching upholstery, and quiet casters.
- 6 Assistant Stools: 5-wheel design, adjustable height, height-adjustable foot ring, matching upholstery, and quiet casters.
- Services: Includes blanket wrap service, delivery, installation, on-site cleanup, and on-site training for dental department personnel.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed-Price for commercial items.
- Period of Performance: Delivery and installation are required no later than 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Set-Aside: This is a Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and certified with the SBA at the time of submission.
- Product Service Code: 6520 (Dental Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
- Submission Instructions: Offers must be submitted on SF 1449 or equivalent letterhead stationery. Submissions must include the solicitation number, a technical description, price, discount terms, representations and certifications, and acknowledgment of any amendments.
- Evaluation Criteria: Best Value. Technical Acceptance and Past Performance are considered more important than Price.
Additional Notes
- Point of Contact: Tonesha King, tonesha.king@va.gov.
- Delivery Location: Robert J. Dole Medical Facility, 5500 East Kellogg Ave, Wichita, Kansas, 67218.
- Warranty: A minimum 5-year warranty on components and a 2-year warranty on upholstery are required.
- Work Hours: Delivery and installation must adhere to Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST, excluding Federal Holidays.