6525--Dental Panoramic X-Ray- Columbia VAMC
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the 255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255), is soliciting proposals for the procurement and installation of a new Dental Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) / Panoramic X-Ray machine for the Harry S. Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, MO. This acquisition is critical to replace an end-of-life unit, ensuring reliable diagnostic imaging services for patient care. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Offers are due by April 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET (22:00 CDT).
Scope of Work
The solicitation is for a Brand Name or Equal to the Carefusion 9600 Dental CBCT system. Key requirements include:
- Product: New Dental CBCT system with specific technical specifications (e.g., 60-90 kV generator, 0.3-0.7 mm focus, 14 bits gray scale).
- Functionality: Must perform panoramic, sinus, and TMJ radiological exams.
- Integration: Seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure, including VISTA imaging, CPRS, and Oracle.
- Training: Comprehensive training for medical and technical personnel.
- Support: A minimum of 5 years of technical support and maintenance (base plus four option years).
- Deliverables: Delivery and Installation Plan, Training Session Completion, and a Maintenance and Support Plan.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: Delivery within 60 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Training must be completed within 30 days of installation. Maintenance and support for 5 years (base + 4 option years).
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Published Date: April 16, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: April 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET (22:00 CDT).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Offers must include proof of authorized distributorship, equipment brochures, and completed vendor fill-ins for FAR 52.212-3 and VAAR 852.219-76.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Price, Past Performance, Proof of Authorized Distributor, and Completion of Required Fill-ins. Technical and Past Performance combined are considered equal to Price.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with attached addenda to FAR 52.212-4 and FAR 52.212-1. Security and records management requirements are also detailed. Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database and adhere to subcontracting limitations (50% for services/supplies).