6520--Cavitron Select SPS Ultrasonic Scaler with Reservoir Pump_GLA

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 originally issued a solicitation for dental ultrasonic scalers to support the West LA VA Medical Center. The procurement sought 5 Cavitron Select SPS Ultrasonic Scalers with Reservoir Pump and 30 Steri-Mate Detachable Sterilizable Handpiece 3-packs, with specific technical requirements including water reservoir capabilities, compatibility with existing Steri-Mate handpiece inserts, and 360-degree full rotating handpieces. The solicitation was initially set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 339114 with a size standard of 750 employees. Questions were due by August 22, 2025 at 10 AM PST, with responses required by August 26, 2025 at 10 AM PST. However, on August 28, 2025, the VA issued an amendment officially cancelling the solicitation due to budgetary constraints, as the RFQ substantially exceeded available budget allocations.

The original solicitation was designated as a small business set-aside, though no incumbent contractors were identified in the documentation. While specific award values were not disclosed, the cancellation indicates the procurement exceeded the VA's available budget allocations for this requirement. The quantities specified included 5 ultrasonic scaler units and 30 handpiece 3-packs, with provisions for a potential 50% increase in order quantities. The place of performance was identified as 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90073, serving the West LA VA Medical Center. The VA indicated it will reissue this requirement through a full and open competition under the General Services Administration schedule to ensure compliance with fiscal limitations while seeking the best value for the government.