6520--Sm Bus Set-Aside Open Market 648-26-2-9961-0129 NEW SEPG 502534 EER 264666 Global Dental Microscope

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 20 is soliciting offers for a dental microscope, specifically seeking a Global A-Series A6 Microscope floor stand model or an equivalent product. This small business set-aside acquisition requires the microscope to meet specific salient characteristics, including a LED light source with 100,000 lux capability, a 6-step magnification system ranging from 2.1x to 19.2x, binocular capability up to 160mm, UV filter capabilities, and multifocal objective lenses with a 200-350mm optical range. The contract will be awarded to the offeror that meets all mandatory requirements at the lowest price, making cost the primary evaluation criterion. Offerors must submit electronic offers to Christine Lindsey at christine.lindsey@va.gov and include a completed FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate. The offer due date is April 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.

This procurement is designated as a small business set-aside with no incumbent contractor identified in the solicitation notice. The vendor is required to deliver the assembled microscope with optics, floor stand with locking casters, infection control accessories including disposable lens covers and eyecups, and comprehensive on-site training to dental staff within 90 days after receipt of order, with all parts, labor, and travel costs included in the quoted price. The place of performance is VA Portland Healthcare at 3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Road, Portland, Oregon 97239. Payment will be made by electronic funds transfer upon receipt and government acceptance of the equipment. The solicitation incorporates standard commercial product clauses and various FAR provisions applicable to federal contracting.