SAM #36C10X26Q0285

VA market research for ZEISS OPMI PROergo dental microscopes, accessories, and service

The Department of Veterans Affairs is researching nationwide supply of ZEISS OPMI PROergo dental operating microscopes and related equipment for VA facilities. - Government buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Enterprise Procurement Office (EPO). - Opportunity status: Sources-sought market research, not a solicitation. The contemplated procurement is for nationwide supply; quantities are not specified. - OEM: Carl Zeiss is the named manufacturer for the microscope systems and accessory catalog. Speedgoat GmbH is also named in one CLIN description; its role is not clarified. - Products: ZEISS OPMI PROergo microscope systems and packages, stands and mounts, illumination, optical and imaging components, controls, cables, consumables, installation components, and related accessories. A one-year OPTIME service item is also listed. - Notable technical requirements under consideration: Motorized magnification and focus; magnification of at least 2.5x–16x; coaxial illumination exceeding 90,000 lux at working distance; high-fidelity optics; ergonomic design; and optional imaging. - Information sought from potential suppliers: Technical literature demonstrating compliance, pricing including shipping and quantity discounts, country of origin, nationwide supply capability, and details about accessories, service plans, and delivery constraints. - Line-item detail: The catalog includes the products and part numbers listed below. No purchase quantities are provided.

Description

1.0 DESCRIPTION THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. This is not a solicitation for bids, proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Enterprise Procurement Office (EPO), formerly the Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC), is issuing this Sources Sought Notice as a means of conducting market research to identify qualified sources with the capability and resources to meet the Veterans Health Administration’s (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program requirement for Microscopes, Light, Operating, Dental. The EPO, in conjunction with VHA, is seeking qualified sources capable of supplying the ZEISS OPMI PROergo, Microscopes, Light, Operating, Dental, on an agency-wide basis. VA is contemplating the award of a single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contracts, to a supplier of this equipment. Respondents will be required to deliver complete light operating dental microscope systems to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, and the associated size standard is 1,000 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7 requires that “The Offeror shall have an active Federal Government contracts registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) when submitting an offer or quotation.” You may access the SAM website at SAM.gov | Home. All respondents must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB respondents must be verified in the SBA database at https://www.sba.gov/veterans/#vetcert at the time of submission. Submissions for this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted by email no later than October 16, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer at the following email addresses: Alanna.Wilson@va.gov Anthony.Zibolski@va.gov Email responses shall include the following subject line: Response to Sources Sought Notice 36C10X26Q0285. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to its current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. The Government may or may not issue a solicitation as a result of this notice. There is no solicitation available at this time.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK Microscopes, Light, Operating, Dental is a specialized magnification and illumination system used in dentistry to enhance visibility of fine anatomical details inside the mouth, especially in FboNotice canals, microsurgery, and restorative work. It is mounted on an articulating arm from the ceiling, wall, floor/mobile, between the patient and clinician, allowing the dentist to see structures at 4 to 25 times their actual size without leaning closer. The ZEISS OPMI PROergo, Microscopes, Light, Operating, Dental, has been identified through VA’s market research to date as the only known surgical dental microscope capable of a magnification range from 2.0x to 39x, with motorized magnification and focal adjustments for wide-field or detailed views. The following Contract Line Items (CLINs) are being considered: CLINManufacturerPart NumberDescription 0001Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65701PADVANAdvanced Package 0002Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65701PECEPHEssential Package Halogen 0003Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657CENTRO S7Centro S7 0004Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DECKES7HUBCeil. mount S7 lifting column 0005Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65701PECAPAAdvanced Package 0006Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WAND S7 LANGWallmount S7 long 0007Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65701PECEPXEssential Package Xenon 0008Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WAND S7Wall mount S7 0009Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657BODENS7Floor stand S7 0010Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65701PROERGOOPMI PROergo 0011Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65720COTI10Stereo co-observation 180° 0012Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DECKES7STARRCeiling mount S7 fixed column 0013Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657FALTFoldable Tube not mouth switch 0014Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SCHWENK180° tiltable tube f=170 0015Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SETHERAEUSZWEISet f.two Heraeus illumin. 0016Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65742VCM-Kit (only Assembly) 0017Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65720COST10Stereo coobs. str. tube 10x 0018Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-MSpeedFocus with MediLive Tabl. 0019Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-LSpeedFocus with Lemo cable 0020Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65726flexural element 0021Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-SSpeedFocus with standard cable 0022Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657HD1Chip HD camera 0023Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SPEEDSpeedgoat GmbH 0024Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SETHERAEUSEINSet f.one Heraeus illumin. 0025Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERKLGR33Panel pre-inst.set,higher 3,3m 0026Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERKLSTARRPaneling pre-inst.set,rigid 0027Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657XENOXenon light S7 0028Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINK_MIT_ROTAngled w/ side port & rot.adap 0029Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657HDKABHD Recorder with cables 0030Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINK_MITAngled optics w/ side port 0031Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657HDT20Beam splitter 20 0032Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657T20Beam splitter 20 0033Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657FLEXIOSTILLFlexio Still Adapter 0034Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657T50Beam splitter 50 0035Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINK_OHNE_ROTAngled w/ rot. adapter 0036Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657AT50Beamsplitter 50 0037Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657FLEXIOMOTIONFlexio Motion Adapter 0038Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657HDT50Beamsplitter 50 0039Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINKELSCHWALBEAngled optics w.rotable adapt. 0040Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657HALOHALO Electronics 0041Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657LAMPXENSpare lamp mod.xenon incl. 2 l 0042Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SETS7STARRAdapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor 0043Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINK_OHNEAngled w/o side port 0044Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SETS5STARRAdapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.ancho 0045Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERPBLUEPackaging BlueBox S7 0046Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WINKELSEITAngled optics with side ports 0047Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657FUSS ZOOM FOCUSFoot control panel Zoom Focus 0048Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657ADAPTER8400Adaptation of Canon SLR camera 0049Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65710MIT FOC10x (1x with reticle Focus) 0050Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65712,5MIT FOC12,5x (1x with reticle Focus) 0051Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VORMONT.FLANSCHPre-installation set 3,0m-3,8m 0052Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VORGR31Pre-inst. higher 3,1 m 0053Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65710MIT10x (1x with reticle) 0054Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65712,5MIT12.5x 1x format outline reticl 0055Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65721Jig type 21 0056Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65710Boom stand B 0057Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65712,52x Eyepiece 12.5x 0058Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SETS7HUBAdapt.set lift S5 Ceil.anchor 0059Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DECKENFLCeiling flange 0060Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WANDSTS7Wall socket S7 ceiling 0061Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657WANDPLATTE S7Wall plate S7 0062Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERPZERPacking fragmented 0063Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657BLENDEBlende 0064Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657STILL INTERFACEStill Interface 0065Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657ANBAUS7Extension kit S7 f. MediLive 0066Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VORKL31Pre-inst. lower 3,1 m 0067Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657IRISIris diaphragm for video lense 0068Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657MOTION INTERFACMotion Interface 0069Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657BUCHSFUSConnection kit foot control S7 0070Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657ASEPSENAsepsis set Sensera 0071Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERPDECKEHUBPackaging S7 ceiling power col 0072Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERPDECKESTARRPackag. S7 ceiling rigid col. 0073Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VERPEWVHFPackag. one-use w/o solid wood 0074Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DRAPE01Replace Lens Vision Guard 0075Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657USBDRIVEUSB drive 0076Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SVHS10S-VHS connecting cable 10m 0077Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657VIDSPEZIALSpecial video cable for CM 0078Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657FUSSFoot control panel 10m 0079Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657KEYBOARDKeyboard 0080Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657USBSTICKUSB memory stick 0081Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DVIDVI Monitor Cable 0082Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DRAPE02VisionGuard non sterile 0083Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DRAPE88Mini drape handgrips type 88 0084Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657NETZWERKKABELEthernet cable 10m, green 0085Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DRAPE70Drape short type 70 0086Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657DVIMONIDVI Monitorcable, 2m 0087Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65715MHD-SDI-Videocable 15m 0088Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657LAMPHAL2 halogen spare lamps 0089Carl Zeiss000000-2234-65710MHD-SDI-Videocable 10m 0090Carl Zeiss000000-2234-6575MHD-SDI-Videocable 5m 0091Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657SVHS5S-VHS connecting cable 5m 0092Carl Zeiss000000-2234-657KABELBINDSet of cable binders 0093Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120COTI10Stereo co-observation 180° 0094Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13140UCPSLXUC Superlux 180 for S7 0095Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCPSPLSpeedfocus Lemo cable 0096Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCPSP5Speedfocus, standard cable 0097Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120COST10Stereo coobs. str. tube 10x 0098Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13110UCPHD1 Chip HD camera f. PROergo 0099Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCPSPSpeedfocus for 1Chip HD camera 0100Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PANELLPanel pre-inst.set,higher 3,3m 0101Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PANELRPanel f.pre-inst.set, rigid 0102Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120SCOOBStereo co-observation tube 0103Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120AOSPRAAngled opt. w/ s.p. & rot.adap 0104Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120AOSPAngled optics w/ side port 0105Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120AORAAngl.opt w/o s.p. w/ rot.adap 0106Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13110UCPT20Beamsplitter 20 0107Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PRER34Pre-instal. set 3.09 - 3.89m 0108Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120FLEXMOFlexio Motion Adapter 0109Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120FLEXSTFlexio Still Adapter 0110Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13110UCPT50Beamsplitter 50 0111Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PANELPanel 0112Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120CANONAAdaption Canon SLR 0113Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ADPTAdapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor 0114Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ADRIGIAdapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor 0115Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120AOAngled optics w/o side port 0116Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13130UCPFCPUC footswitchpin + Footc.panel 0117Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13140UCPLXSpare lamp module xenon 0118Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PREL34Pre-instal. set 3.1m to 3.9m 0119Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCZOFOFoot control panel Zoom Focus 0120Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ADLIFTAdapt.set lift. S5 Ceil.anchor 0121Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120WALLPAdapterplate for S7 wall mount 0122Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120BRABinocular Rotator Adapter 0123Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PRER3Pre-instal. set lower 3.09m 0124Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120MOTINTMotion Interface 0125Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCDIADouble Iris diaphragm 0126Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120STIINTStill Interface 0127Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCS7ITInstrument tray S7 floor stand 0128Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120PREL3Pre-instal. set lower 3.1m 0129Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCASSTSterilizable Asepsis Caps 0130Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCDP01VG repl. lens sterile, 20pc 0131Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13110UCPSCBSpecial video cable for CM/WM 0132Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCFCPConnect.kit foot contr.panelS7 0133Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCDP02VG repl. lens, n-sterile, 10pc 0134Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13110UCPDVSystem cable DVI-D, 5m 0135Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ACAP276x sterilizable caps 27mm 0136Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCDP88drapes, type 88, pack of 20 0137Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCDP70drapes, type 70, pack of 5 0138Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120UCHAL2x Halogen lamp 12 V, 100 W 0139Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ACAP496x sterilizable caps 49mm 0140Carl Zeiss000000-2238-13120ACAP226x sterilizable caps 22mm 0141Carl Zeiss000000-2003-2131yr OPTIME service Respondents should identify a complete solution including associated accessories, as required for full functionality. The following Minimum Technical Requirements (MTRs) are being considered: Magnification range shall include at least 2.5× at the low end and at least 16× at the high end, with motorized magnification and focal adjustments for wide-field or detailed views. Coaxial illumination: Light travels along the same line of sight as the lens, reducing shadows and improving clarity in deep, narrow spaces. Illumination at working distance > 90,000 lux; high-intensity coaxial light; micro-dentistry focused integrated optics: apochromatic or high-fidelity lenses for accurate color, sharpness, and depth perception. Ergonomic design: Tiltable handles, adjustable arms, and upright working positions to reduce neck and back strain. Optional imaging: Many models include cameras for live video, photo capture, and patient documentation. For each product identified in the response (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating that the product meets or exceeds the MTRs specified above. The Government’s intent is to include all ancillary items necessary to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as required. Respondents are encouraged to identify any additional accessory, service, or configuration that may be necessary or beneficial to the functionality of the contemplated system. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number. Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following: Full name and address of company. SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Business size and socioeconomic status, if applicable (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone, 8(a)). Manufacturer or distributor: If distributor, provide the full name, business size, and address of the manufacturer. If distributor, provide evidence that your firm is currently an authorized distributor for the manufacturer of the products proposed, e.g., an authorized distributor letter with current date certified by the OEM. Country of Origin designation for all products proposed. Describe the firm’s ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale. Technical literature clearly demonstrating that the proposed product(s) meet the identified minimum technical requirements, identifying the page number(s) where each requirement is met. Does respondent offer an annual service plan, Yes or No? If Yes, describe what the plan covers. Identify whether the plan covers software updates, parts repair/replacement, or both. Provide literature or other documentation describing the service plan. Identify whether service is provided by the OEM or a subcontractor. Identify any additional product, accessory, service, or configuration that may be necessary or beneficial to the functionality of the contemplated system. Include the applicable brand name and part number. Item pricing information for products, inclusive of flat-rate shipping. Include any quantity discounts, noting at what order quantity the Government should expect tiered price reductions, if any. NOTE: In order for the Contracting Officer to determine whether a set-aside can be pursued, it is essential to provide pricing information. Without this information, the Contracting Officer will be unable to assess whether there is a reasonable expectation of receiving fair and reasonable pricing from socioeconomic concerns. Does your firm anticipate any subcontracting opportunities for this requirement? If yes, identify the type and approximate scope of work that could be subcontracted. Identify any federal contract vehicles held by your firm through which your firm can provide this equipment. Are there any further standards or criteria VA should consider in a procurement action for this equipment? Are the Government’s specifications unduly restrictive? If yes, identify the specific requirement(s) considered unduly restrictive and provide supporting rationale and recommended alternative language. Any additional information the Government should know prior to issuing a solicitation. Describe any minimum order quantities, geographic limitations, delivery constraints, lead times, or other limitations that could affect the firm’s ability to support the requirement on a nationwide basis.

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