Dental Instrument Containers - VANCHCS
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) is conducting a Sources Sought for Dental Instrument Containers to support the VA Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) locations in McClellan, Stockton, Mare Island, and Chico. This market research aims to identify vendors capable of providing brand name or equal products. Responses are due by June 18, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time.
Purpose
This is a Sources Sought notice issued by the VA for information and planning purposes only. The government is conducting market research to determine the availability of vendors, regardless of business size, that can supply Dental Instrument Containers. This is not a solicitation, and no award will be made from this notice.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Dental Instrument Containers (brand name or equal), specifically "Micropak Base; Lid & Mat" items with various dimensions and quantities, as detailed in the "List of Items.pdf" attachment. These containers are needed for VA facilities in Stockton, Mare Island, McClellan, and Chico. Further specific details and salient characteristics are provided in the attached documents for each location.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 339113 (SBA Size Standard: 800 Employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-asides)
- Response Due: June 18, 2026, 10:00 AM PST
- Published: June 11, 2026
- Place of Performance: VA Northern California Health Care System locations (McClellan, Stockton, Mare Island, Chico)
Submission Requirements
Interested and capable firms should submit the following information via email to david.alvarez4@va.gov:
- Company Name
- Point of Contact Name, phone number, and email address
- SAM UEI number
- Socio-economic status (e.g., Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, VOSB, Women-Owned Small Business). SDVOSB/VOSB status will be verified via VetBiz.
- Capability statements
- Authorized Distributor Letter (if applicable)
- Estimated Price
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not compensate offerors for providing information. All proprietary information will be handled accordingly. Questions will not be responded to at this time. Ensure your SAM registration indicates the specified NAICS code if interested.