6520--Dental Instruments *BRAND NAME OR EQUAL*

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 17 is seeking dental instruments for the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Healthcare System located in Harlingen, Texas. The procurement involves a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered 36C25725Q0538 that requires vendors to provide a comprehensive set of dental hygiene instruments including scalers, mirrors, explorers, curettes, probes, syringes, and specialized dental equipment. Key contract requirements include submitting an authorized vendor/reseller/distributor letter, listing the origin/country of manufacture for all products, and completing a Buy American Certificate. The VA will evaluate quotes based on multiple factors including technical capability, past performance, pricing, delivery dates, and vendor authorization. Critical dates for this opportunity include a question submission deadline of May 8, 2025, at 8 AM CST, and a quote submission deadline of May 12, 2025, at 8 AM CST, with quotes to be sent directly to matthew.lee5@va.gov.

The procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, targeting vendors in the Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing sector (NAICS 339114). The solicitation encompasses 52 line items with quantities ranging from 1 to 130 units per item, with a delivery requirement to the VA Harlingen Medical HealthCare Center by December 31, 2025. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with federal contracting regulations related to small businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and supply chain security. While specific award value details are not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be structured as a firm-fixed-price contract. Potential bidders should note that in addition to meeting technical specifications, they will need to demonstrate compliance with various federal procurement guidelines and provide comprehensive documentation of their manufacturing and distribution capabilities.