Dental Polishing Scalers

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of six (6) Dental Polishing Scaler Systems for the Bakersfield VA Clinic. The equipment is intended for patient oral treatment and assessment to maintain oral hygiene, prevent the progression of gingivitis and periodontal disease, and prevent tooth decay.

• Six (6) Dental Polishing Scaler Systems.

• Equipment must meet or exceed specified physical, functional, and performance characteristics.

• Physical Characteristics:

  • Water and air supplies required.
  • Power: 115V, 60Hz, 1 Phase, 1.0A (110V-115V).
  • Handpiece Cable Length: Minimum 6.5 ft.
  • Auxiliary Footswitch Cable Length: Minimum 6.0 ft.
  • Water Supply Line: Minimum 8.0 ft.
  • Water Requirements: 20 to 40 psi.
  • Water Temperature: 77 degrees F.
  • Remote Communication: 2.4 GHz Frequency.
  • Includes 360-degree Rotatable Handpiece.
  • Dimensions: Approx. 14" D x 8"W x 5"H.

• Functional and Performance Characteristics: Must provide the functional and performance capability as listed.

• Training: No training is provided by the contractor; the government will not require additional training.

• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term required. Extended warranties are not accepted.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract for commercial products.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is scheduled for 8/1/2026 (117 days ARO).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Questions Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026.

• Offer Submission Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026, 11:00 AM CDT.

• Submission Method: Email to mika.gant@va.gov.

• Evaluation: Competitive best value selection using Comparative Analysis. Factors include Technical Capability and Price.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the receipt of offers.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 339114 (Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 750 Employees

• Offerors must complete and submit the SF 1449, Price/Cost Schedule (B.3), manufacturer's product specifications, product literature, sustainability certification documents, warranty information, a self-certifying statement for meeting project deadlines, and lead time.

• The Buy America Act Clause Certificate must be filled out for consideration.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of one (1) Dental Polishing Scaler System for the Bakersfield VA Clinic, part of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. The unit is intended for patient oral treatment and assessment to maintain oral hygiene, prevent the progression of gingivitis and periodontal disease, and prevent tooth decay.

• One (1) Dental Polishing Scaler System.

• Equipment must be functionally equivalent to or exceed the salient characteristics detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Physical Characteristics:

  • Requires water and air supplies.
  • Power: 115V, 60Hz, 1 Phase, 1.0A (Must be 110V-115V).
  • Handpiece Cable Length: 6.5 ft. (Minimum).
  • Auxiliary Footswitch Cable Length: 6.0 ft. (Minimum).
  • Water Supply Line: 8.0 ft. (Minimum).
  • Water Requirements: 20 to 40 psi (Minimum).
  • Water Temperature: 77 degrees F.
  • Remote Communication: 2.4 GHz Frequency.
  • Includes 360-degree Rotatable Handpiece.
  • Dimensions: Approx. 14" D x 8"W x 5"H.

• Functional and Performance Characteristics: Must provide the specified capabilities.

• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term. Extended warranties requiring advance payment are not accepted.

• Training: Contractor is not providing training; Government will not require additional training.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a commercial item acquisition.

• Period of Performance: Delivery date is 8/1/2026 (117 days ARO).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: Friday, April 24, 2026, 11:00 AM CDT.

• Submission Method: Email to mika.gant@va.gov.

• Technical Questions Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026, 11:00 AM CST via email to mika.gant@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Best value selection using Comparative Analysis. Factors include Technical Capability and Price.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the offer due date.

• Buy America Act: A Buy America Act Clause Certificate must be filled out for consideration.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 339114 (Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 750 Employees.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and VAAR clauses incorporated by reference.

• Invoices must be submitted electronically via VA's Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System or an X12 EDI format.

• Offerors must complete and return the SF 1449, including the Price/Cost Schedule.

• Failure to submit a complete offer may result in removal from consideration.