Attachment 1 Brand Name Justification - TRIOS_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (SSJ) for a brand name award of seven (7) TRIOS 5 Wireless Intraoral Dental Scanners and workstations to the Department of Veterans Affairs, James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee. The estimated total procurement value is below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The acquisition is being pursued under IAW RFO 12.102 for purchases exceeding the Micro-Purchase Threshold but not exceeding SAT, with Acquisition Plan Action ID 36C249-26-AP-2897.

The justification demonstrates that the TRIOS 5 Wireless scanners possess unique characteristics unavailable from competing sources, including calibration-free operation (saving approximately 2-4 hours monthly), ScanAssist technology for real-time 3D model building, full-color scanning capabilities, lightweight design (299 grams), and FDA clearance for hygiene with sealed mirrors and single-use tips to minimize cross-contamination. Market research revealed no domestic manufacturers or end products of intraoral dental scanners available for this requirement. The research included searches of GSA Advantage, National Acquisition Center, SAM.gov, and the Dynamic Small Business Search database, along with communication with the OEM (3Shape) and authorized distributors. Of 26 authorized distributors identified in the geographical area, only 2 were small businesses, 10 were large businesses, 1 had an expired SAM.gov registration, 3 could not be sized, and 10 could not be located. An internet search identified seven alternate intraoral scanners: three manufactured in China, three in Trade Agreement Act-compliant countries, and one in the USA (though not FDA-approved). The facility currently uses TRIO 3 Intraoral Scanners; the TRIOS 5 Wireless represents an upgraded device requiring no new Clinical Product Review Committee approval. Due to findings of no domestic availability, an estimated amount below SAT, and anticipated Small Business Set-aside status, the Contracting Officer will initiate an NMR class waiver for NAICS 339114 and a foreign manufacturer Buy American Waiver.