SAM #36C10X26Q0168

VA Solicitation for Planmeca ProX or Equal Dental Radiographic Units, Intraoral

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Strategic Acquisition Center - Frederick, is seeking a nationwide single award requirements contract for Dental Radiographic Units, Intraoral (Internal X-Ray), primarily specifying Planmeca ProX brand name or equal equipment. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Health Administration - Strategic Acquisition Center - Frederick - OEM Highlight: - Planmeca is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Portable handheld intraoral X-ray units (Planmeca ProX Go, part number PROXGO) - Fixed intraoral X-ray units with various arm lengths (60" to 88"), single or dual stud, with options for fixed or handheld control panels and control boxes - Digital intraoral sensors (Planmeca ProSensor HD) in sizes 0, 1, and 2, with USB or Ethernet connections, including sensor kits and control boxes - All products listed with specific part numbers; quantities are not specified in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must meet detailed clinical, image quality, safety, and regulatory (including FDA clearance) requirements - Vendors may propose "equal" products if all salient characteristics are met and must provide technical documentation - Set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) - Nationwide coverage for all VA Medical Centers - No services are requested; this is strictly for equipment procurement.

Description

Solicitation Number: 36C10X26Q0168 Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for brand name, or equal commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 36C10X26Q0168 is issued for this combined synopsis/solicitation; this solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This combined synopsis/solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01, dated 13 March 2026. Requirement Description: VA has a requirement to purchase Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral to deliver patient care to its VA Medical Centers around the country. Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral are used for imaging dentition, individual tooth anatomy (i.e., crown, neck, FboNotice), and dental problems (e.g., caries) in adult and pediatric patients, as well as for orthodontic planning and assessment. Periapical radiographs capture the entire tooth and surrounding area, including the apex of the FboNotice; teeth in the maxillary arch and the mandibular arch are imaged separately. Periapical radiographs are used to examine the teeth, bone, and surrounding tissues. Pathological conditions such as a periapical abscess can be diagnosed and confirmed with this type of radiograph. Occlusal radiographs show the masticating surface of the premolars and molars. A single award Requirements contract will be awarded as a Brand Name or Equal in accordance with all terms, conditions, provisions, specifications, and schedule of this solicitation herein. Quotes shall contain the terms for cost/price and technical capabilities of the brand name or equal equipment. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339114 - Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Product Service Code: 6515 - Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. This procurement action is Set Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). This acquisition is for a single award Requirements contract in accordance with FAR Part 16.5 for Planmeca ProX brand name or equal to Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral as identified in ATTACHMENT A PRICE COST SCHEDULE - NX EQ DENTAL RADIOGRAPHIC UNITS INTRAORAL. All interested companies shall provide a QUOTE for all Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLINs) listed in ATTACHMENT A. The ordering period is for one 12-month base year with four 12-month option years. Delivery is FOB destination. Firm-Fixed Price Orders will be placed against this contract in writing and will specify delivery locations, dates, and quantities. The FAR provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, and at 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Products and Commercial Services Items, apply to this acquisition, including attached addenda. Clause 52.212-4, Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Products and Commercial Services, also applies, with any addenda attached. All interested quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting a quote. Access SAM at https://sam.gov/SAM/. Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation are due via email by 10:00 AM EST on June 22, 2026, to Contract Specialist, Jalima Jones at Jalima.Jones@va.gov and Contracting Officer, Kimberly LeMieux at Kimberly.LeMieux@va.gov. No calls will be accepted. Quotes are due via email by 10:00 AM EST on June 30, 2026, to the same contacts. SCOPE OF WORK The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral as a candidate for a VA-wide single Requirements contract award. Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral are used for imaging dentition, individual tooth anatomy, and dental problems in adult and pediatric patients, as well as for orthodontic planning and assessment. Periapical radiographs capture the entire tooth and surrounding area, including the apex; teeth in the maxillary and mandibular arches are imaged separately. These radiographs are used to examine teeth, bone, and tissues, and diagnose conditions such as abscesses. Occlusal radiographs show the masticating surface of premolars and molars. The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The objective is to provide Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral for use by VHA clinicians throughout the U.S. and territories. The performance period is for one 12-month base and four 12-month options. REQUIREMENT The VHA seeks three types of equipment for Radiographic Studies, all of the same brand name. For each equal product, the offeror must include a description of salient characteristics (SC) and quality level that satisfy the specified physical, functional, or performance characteristics. The offer must clearly identify the item by brand name and make/model number. Documentation must be provided to confirm legal marketing in the U.S., including FDA clearance and other regulatory compliance. Descriptive literature and planned modifications should be included. This requirement will be a Brand Name or Equal, with each product indicating it is an equal to Planmeca ProX. The following line-items comprise the Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral product line: Contract Line-Item Number Brand Part Number Description 0001 Planmeca PROXGO ProX Go <!-- Additional rows omitted for brevity; they follow the same structure --> The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks vendors capable of providing Planmeca ProX brand name or equal Dental Radiographic Units Intraoral meeting all salient characteristics. Vendors may quote any product solution or configuration meeting the salient characteristics. Products quoted in the technical volume must be listed in the Vendor's pricing volume (Attachment A). Additional ancillary products deemed essential can be included with a quantity of zero. Category 1: Portable Handheld Intraoral X-Ray Unit SC 1: Must be portable handheld intraoral X-ray unit for dental imaging. SC 2: Image quality suitable for intraoral radiography, focal spot ≤ 0.4 mm. SC 3: Integrated radiation safety features. SC 4: Battery powered, cordless operation. SC 5: Supports chairside workflow in multiple areas. SC 6: Compatible with digital intraoral imaging workflows. Category 2: Fixed Intraoral X-Ray Unit SC 7: Fixed intraoral X-ray system for dental imaging. SC 8: Supports fixed installation (wall, cabinet, pole, ceiling). SC 9: Adjustable exposure settings. SC 10: Image quality with focal spot ≤ 0.7 mm. SC 11: Supports rectangular and circular collimation. SC 12: Tube head and arm assembly allow positioning; arm extensions for 85" to treatment chair. SC 13: Compatible with digital sensors and imaging plates. Category 3: Digital Intraoral Sensor SC 14: Digital sensor for routine intraoral radiography. SC 15: Diagnostic quality, high resolution, low noise, ≥ 20 lp/mm. SC 16: Suitable for all patients, multiple sizes or ergonomic design. SC 17: Supports cleaning/disinfection, durable housing, cable design for repeated use. SC 18: Connects via USB, Ethernet, or similar. SC 19: DICOM compliant, VistA validated, supports data backup and integration. SC 20: Includes necessary accessories, drivers, components. The attachments referenced are incorporated by reference, and all criteria are applicable. Additional Links:VA | OALC | OPAL | SAC

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