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Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth KS 66048

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Tracie Raggs tracie.raggs@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Multi-Specialty CBOC - Rolla

13063 Old Wire Rd

Rolla MO

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AGENCY’S URL

URL DESCRIPTION

EMAIL DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT

Dental Mixer, Amalgamator, and Prophylaxis Units THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. This is not a solicitation for bids, proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this RFI/Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes only, to obtain information in regards to the availability of specified products, services, or a combination of both products and services, and to identify potential sources capable of providing products or performing services in accordance with the requirements below. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions.

DISCLAIMER: This RFI/Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI/Sources Sought Notice that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

If a solicitation is issued it shall be published at a later date and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the response to this RFI/Sources sought notice. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.

Submission of price, delivery, capabilities, and other market information are authorized. However, responses to these notices are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract IAW FAR 15.201(e).

The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339114 (size standard of 750 Employees).

DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Veteran Affairs, Network Contracting Office 15 (NCO 15) is seeking sources that can provide dental mixer, amalgamator, and prophylaxis units in accordance with (IAW) the below requirement and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 339114 with a size standard of 750 employees.

The scope of this purchase order is to provide Harry S Truman VA Medical Center - Multi-Specialty CBOC – Rolla with the products for delivery to the Harry S Truman VA Medical Center - Multi-Specialty CBOC – Rolla location. Contractors shall furnish all requirements.

Specifications:

1. Mixer / Investor, With Vacuum

a. The vacuum mixing system shall:

i. Be a bench-top vacuum mixer designed for dental laboratory and clinical use.

ii. Include an integrated vacuum pump capable of producing adequate vacuum for bubble-free mixing.

iii. Provide variable speed mixing control.

iv. Include a programmable or adjustable timer for controlled mixing cycles.

v. Include a stable floor or bench stand for mounting the mixer.

vi. Be compatible with multiple bowl sizes (minimum 300 mL and 500 mL capacity).

vii. Operate on standard 110-120V, 60 Hz electrical service.

viii. Include a clear mixing bowl lid for visual monitoring.

ix. Provide a secure bowl locking mechanism to maintain vacuum integrity.

x. Be capable of mixing:

xi. Gypsum

xii. Investment materials

xiii. Silicone duplicating materials

xiv. Alginate and similar dental materials

2. Amalgamator, Dental

a. Highs speed amalgamator

b. 0-16 second microprocessor crystal controlled oscillator timer

c. Mixing frequency of 4600 oscillations per minute

d. One surface cover facilitates infection control cleaning and the non-porous plastic surface can be cleaned with any dental disinfectant

e. Consistent accurate trituration

f. Multi-Use mixer

g. High energy output/ Low energy usage

3. Prophylaxis Unit, Ultrasonic

a. System Configuration

i. Combination ultrasonic scaler and air polishing system in a single integrated unit

ii. Self-contained tabletop or cart-compatible configuration

iii. Compatible with standard dental operatory delivery systems

iv. Includes foot control for hands-free activation

b. Ultrasonic Scaling Capabilities

i. Magnetostrictive ultrasonic technology operating at approximately 25 kHz or 30 kHz

ii. Adjustable power control with low-to-high range

iii. Accepts 25 kHz and/or 30 kHz inserts/tips

iv. Automatic frequency tuning to maintain optimal performance

v. Lavage control for coolant flow adjustment

vi. Water coolant delivery through handpiece

c. Air Polishing Capabilities

i. Integrated air polishing system within same unit

ii. Adjustable air pressure and powder flow control

iii. Dedicated air polishing handpiece

iv. Removable powder chamber with secure locking mechanism

v. Compatible with sodium bicarbonate or manufacturer-approved prophylaxis powders

d. Handpieces and Accessories

i. Detachable, sterilizable ultrasonic handpiece

ii. Sterilizable air polishing handpiece components

iii. Includes foot pedal control

iv. Includes starter kit of scaling inserts and air polishing tips

v. Includes powder chamber(s)

vi. Includes necessary tubing and connections

e. Infection Control & Maintenance

i. Autoclavable handpieces and/or detachable components

ii. Smooth, cleanable exterior surfaces

iii. Flush mode for waterline maintenance

iv. Easily accessible water filter

v. Compatible with dental waterline cleaning protocols

f. Electrical Requirements

i. Operates on standard 110-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

ii. Hospital-grade power cord

iii. Meets UL/ETL safety standards

4. The contractor shall provide a manufacturer’s two-year, free replacement warranty on units with normal wear and tear, including free return shipping, from date of delivery.

VENDOR RESPONSES

If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought-out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below.

1. Company Name:

2. Company Address:

3. SAMS UEI:

4. Company POC:

5. Phone Number:

6. EMAIL:

7. Is your company considered a small business IAW the NAICS identified in this RFI/Sources Sought Notice? If so, please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?

8. If your company is considered a large business, does your company have any authorized small business distributors/suppliers, service providers, and/or does your company sub-contract to small business concerns?

a. If so, please provide the company name, company POC, and small business status (if available):

9. Is your company an authorized distributor/supplier and/or service provider (or equivalent) of the products and/or services identified in this sources sought? If so, provide authorization letters and/or agreements from manufacturer.

10. Does your company alter, modify, or change the products identified in this sources sought? If so, please identify how the products are altered, modified, or changed.

11. Are the products your company provides in response to this sources sought manufactured in the United States of America (USA) IAW FAR Part 25, FAR Clause 52.225.1, and FAR Provision 52.225-2? If not provide the name of the country where the products are manufactured.

12. Does your company currently hold a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract with GSA, the VA National Acquisition Center (NAC), NASA SEWP, VA Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC), or have any other federal contract that can be utilized to procure the products and/or services identified in this sources sought?

13. Please submit a capabilities statement that provides clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that your company can meet the requirements outlined in this sources sought.

14. COMMENTS: Please provide recommendations that may be pertinent to the improvement of the Statement of Requirements and potential solicitation.

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Tracie Raggs at tracie.raggs@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 0800 CST.

Sources Sought Notice