Enterprise Dental Imaging PACS
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for an Enterprise Dental Imaging Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). The goal is to modernize and standardize dental imaging data across the global DHA network, ensuring seamless integration with the Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS Electronic Health Record (EHR). This RFI seeks industry input on secure, scalable, and vendor-neutral solutions. Responses are due by April 6, 2026, 1:00 PM ET.
Purpose
This RFI is for fact-finding and planning purposes only, aiming to identify qualified, experienced, and interested potential business sources. The information gathered will facilitate DHA's decision-making for a future formal solicitation and help determine the appropriateness of a small business set-aside. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotations (RFQ), and no contract will be awarded from this announcement.
Scope of Work
DHA requires a comprehensive enterprise dental imaging system capable of delivering capabilities at scale while meeting rigorous cybersecurity, interoperability, and operational demands. The system must support diverse environments, from fully equipped Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) to austere, low-bandwidth field locations.
Key Requirements
The proposed solution should address:
- Vendor-Neutral Imaging: Capture, display, and store images from any standard dental modality (IO, PX, CBCT) regardless of hardware manufacturer.
- Enterprise Integration: Seamlessly integrate with MHS GENESIS, the Enterprise Clinical Imaging Archive (ECIA), and third-party practice management software.
- Cybersecurity Compliance: Adhere to Department of War (DoW) cybersecurity, Zero-Trust, HIPAA, and NIST standards (NIST 800-53, 800-171, FIPS 200).
- Global Scalability: Support all CONUS and OCONUS dental providers, managing high patient volumes (up to 7,500/day enterprise-wide) across approximately 170 MTFs and 600+ DTFs.
- Resilient Architecture: Operate effectively in variable network conditions, including fully disconnected environments with local databases and automatic synchronization.
- Centralized Governance: Provide a central system for administration, configuration, reporting, and audit logging.
- Implementation Plan: A draft plan outlining deliverables, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: Not yet determined; market research will inform the decision.
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 1:00 PM ET.
- Published: April 2, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit a Capability Statement (maximum 10 pages, 12-point font, excluding cover/admin pages) outlining their proposed solution. Submissions must include:
- Company Cage Code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), name, address, point of contact, email, phone, and company structure.
- Small Business Designation status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, women-owned).
- Applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code(s).
- Information on participation in contracting vehicles (GWACs, MACs, IDIQs) and Federal Supply Schedules (FSS). Submit electronic copies in PDF format via email to Mr. Jessee Chege at jessee.t.chege.civ@health.mil, with the subject line "Enterprise Dental Imaging PACS – RFI Response."
Additional Notes
This RFI is strictly for market research; it is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded. Generic materials are discouraged.