# SAM #36C10X26Q0285

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

**Buyer:** VA Strategic Acquisition Center
**Posted:** October 01, 2026
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 36C10X26Q0285
**NAICS:** 339112, 423450, 423460

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

<div>
  <p><strong>1.0 DESCRIPTION</strong></p>
  <p><strong>THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY.</strong> 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.</p>
  <p>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.</p>
  <p>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.</p>
  <p>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 <a href="https://sam.gov" target="_blank">SAM.gov | Home</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.sba.gov/veterans/#vetcert" target="_blank">https://www.sba.gov/veterans/#vetcert</a> at the time of submission.</p>
  <p>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:</p>
  <ul>
    <li><a href="mailto:Alanna.Wilson@va.gov">Alanna.Wilson@va.gov</a></li>
    <li><a href="mailto:Anthony.Zibolski@va.gov">Anthony.Zibolski@va.gov</a></li>
  </ul>
  <p>Email responses shall include the following subject line: <strong>Response to Sources Sought Notice 36C10X26Q0285</strong>.</p>
  <p>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.</p>
</div>

<div>
  <p><strong>2.0 SCOPE OF WORK</strong></p>
  <p>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.</p>
  <p>The following Contract Line Items (CLINs) are being considered:</p>
  <table>
    <thead>
      <tr><th>CLIN</th><th>Manufacturer</th><th>Part Number</th><th>Description</th></tr>
    </thead>
    <tbody>
      <tr><td>0001</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65701PADVAN</td><td>Advanced Package</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0002</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65701PECEPH</td><td>Essential Package Halogen</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0003</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657CENTRO S7</td><td>Centro S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0004</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DECKES7HUB</td><td>Ceil. mount S7 lifting column</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0005</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65701PECAPA</td><td>Advanced Package</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0006</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WAND S7 LANG</td><td>Wallmount S7 long</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0007</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65701PECEPX</td><td>Essential Package Xenon</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0008</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WAND S7</td><td>Wall mount S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0009</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657BODENS7</td><td>Floor stand S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0010</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65701PROERGO</td><td>OPMI PROergo</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0011</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65720COTI10</td><td>Stereo co-observation 180°</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0012</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DECKES7STARR</td><td>Ceiling mount S7 fixed column</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0013</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657FALT</td><td>Foldable Tube not mouth switch</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0014</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SCHWENK</td><td>180° tiltable tube f=170</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0015</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SETHERAEUSZWEI</td><td>Set f.two Heraeus illumin.</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0016</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65742</td><td>VCM-Kit (only Assembly)</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0017</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65720COST10</td><td>Stereo coobs. str. tube 10x</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0018</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-M</td><td>SpeedFocus with MediLive Tabl.</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0019</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-L</td><td>SpeedFocus with Lemo cable</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0020</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65726</td><td>flexural element</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0021</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SPEEDFOKUS-S</td><td>SpeedFocus with standard cable</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0022</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657HD</td><td>1Chip HD camera</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0023</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SPEED</td><td>Speedgoat GmbH</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0024</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SETHERAEUSEIN</td><td>Set f.one Heraeus illumin.</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0025</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERKLGR33</td><td>Panel pre-inst.set,higher 3,3m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0026</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERKLSTARR</td><td>Paneling pre-inst.set,rigid</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0027</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657XENO</td><td>Xenon light S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0028</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINK_MIT_ROT</td><td>Angled w/ side port &amp; rot.adap</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0029</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657HDKAB</td><td>HD Recorder with cables</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0030</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINK_MIT</td><td>Angled optics w/ side port</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0031</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657HDT20</td><td>Beam splitter 20</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0032</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657T20</td><td>Beam splitter 20</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0033</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657FLEXIOSTILL</td><td>Flexio Still Adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0034</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657T50</td><td>Beam splitter 50</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0035</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINK_OHNE_ROT</td><td>Angled w/ rot. adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0036</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657AT50</td><td>Beamsplitter 50</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0037</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657FLEXIOMOTION</td><td>Flexio Motion Adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0038</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657HDT50</td><td>Beamsplitter 50</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0039</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINKELSCHWALBE</td><td>Angled optics w.rotable adapt.</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0040</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657HALO</td><td>HALO Electronics</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0041</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657LAMPXEN</td><td>Spare lamp mod.xenon incl. 2 l</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0042</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SETS7STARR</td><td>Adapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0043</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINK_OHNE</td><td>Angled w/o side port</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0044</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SETS5STARR</td><td>Adapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.ancho</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0045</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERPBLUE</td><td>Packaging BlueBox S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0046</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WINKELSEIT</td><td>Angled optics with side ports</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0047</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657FUSS ZOOM FOCUS</td><td>Foot control panel Zoom Focus</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0048</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657ADAPTER8400</td><td>Adaptation of Canon SLR camera</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0049</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65710MIT FOC</td><td>10x (1x with reticle Focus)</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0050</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65712,5MIT FOC</td><td>12,5x (1x with reticle Focus)</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0051</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VORMONT.FLANSCH</td><td>Pre-installation set 3,0m-3,8m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0052</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VORGR31</td><td>Pre-inst. higher 3,1 m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0053</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65710MIT</td><td>10x (1x with reticle)</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0054</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65712,5MIT</td><td>12.5x 1x format outline reticl</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0055</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65721</td><td>Jig type 21</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0056</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65710</td><td>Boom stand B</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0057</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65712,5</td><td>2x Eyepiece 12.5x</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0058</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SETS7HUB</td><td>Adapt.set lift S5 Ceil.anchor</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0059</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DECKENFL</td><td>Ceiling flange</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0060</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WANDSTS7</td><td>Wall socket S7 ceiling</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0061</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657WANDPLATTE S7</td><td>Wall plate S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0062</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERPZER</td><td>Packing fragmented</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0063</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657BLENDE</td><td>Blende</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0064</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657STILL INTERFACE</td><td>Still Interface</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0065</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657ANBAUS7</td><td>Extension kit S7 f. MediLive</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0066</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VORKL31</td><td>Pre-inst. lower 3,1 m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0067</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657IRIS</td><td>Iris diaphragm for video lense</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0068</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657MOTION INTERFAC</td><td>Motion Interface</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0069</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657BUCHSFUS</td><td>Connection kit foot control S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0070</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657ASEPSEN</td><td>Asepsis set Sensera</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0071</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERPDECKEHUB</td><td>Packaging S7 ceiling power col</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0072</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERPDECKESTARR</td><td>Packag. S7 ceiling rigid col.</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0073</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VERPEWVHF</td><td>Packag. one-use w/o solid wood</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0074</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DRAPE01</td><td>Replace Lens Vision Guard</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0075</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657USBDRIVE</td><td>USB drive</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0076</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SVHS10</td><td>S-VHS connecting cable 10m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0077</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657VIDSPEZIAL</td><td>Special video cable for CM</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0078</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657FUSS</td><td>Foot control panel 10m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0079</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657KEYBOARD</td><td>Keyboard</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0080</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657USBSTICK</td><td>USB memory stick</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0081</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DVI</td><td>DVI Monitor Cable</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0082</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DRAPE02</td><td>VisionGuard non sterile</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0083</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DRAPE88</td><td>Mini drape handgrips type 88</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0084</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657NETZWERKKABEL</td><td>Ethernet cable 10m, green</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0085</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DRAPE70</td><td>Drape short type 70</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0086</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657DVIMONI</td><td>DVI Monitorcable, 2m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0087</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65715M</td><td>HD-SDI-Videocable 15m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0088</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657LAMPHAL</td><td>2 halogen spare lamps</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0089</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-65710M</td><td>HD-SDI-Videocable 10m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0090</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-6575M</td><td>HD-SDI-Videocable 5m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0091</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657SVHS5</td><td>S-VHS connecting cable 5m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0092</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2234-657KABELBIND</td><td>Set of cable binders</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0093</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120COTI10</td><td>Stereo co-observation 180°</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0094</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13140UCPSLX</td><td>UC Superlux 180 for S7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0095</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCPSPL</td><td>Speedfocus Lemo cable</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0096</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCPSP5</td><td>Speedfocus, standard cable</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0097</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120COST10</td><td>Stereo coobs. str. tube 10x</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0098</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13110UCPHD</td><td>1 Chip HD camera f. PROergo</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0099</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCPSP</td><td>Speedfocus for 1Chip HD camera</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0100</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PANELL</td><td>Panel pre-inst.set,higher 3,3m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0101</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PANELR</td><td>Panel f.pre-inst.set, rigid</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0102</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120SCOOB</td><td>Stereo co-observation tube</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0103</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120AOSPRA</td><td>Angled opt. w/ s.p. &amp; rot.adap</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0104</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120AOSP</td><td>Angled optics w/ side port</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0105</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120AORA</td><td>Angl.opt w/o s.p. w/ rot.adap</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0106</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13110UCPT20</td><td>Beamsplitter 20</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0107</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PRER34</td><td>Pre-instal. set 3.09 - 3.89m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0108</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120FLEXMO</td><td>Flexio Motion Adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0109</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120FLEXST</td><td>Flexio Still Adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0110</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13110UCPT50</td><td>Beamsplitter 50</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0111</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PANEL</td><td>Panel</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0112</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120CANONA</td><td>Adaption Canon SLR</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0113</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ADPT</td><td>Adapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0114</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ADRIGI</td><td>Adapt.set rigid S5 Ceil.anchor</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0115</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120AO</td><td>Angled optics w/o side port</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0116</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13130UCPFCP</td><td>UC footswitchpin + Footc.panel</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0117</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13140UCPLX</td><td>Spare lamp module xenon</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0118</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PREL34</td><td>Pre-instal. set 3.1m to 3.9m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0119</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCZOFO</td><td>Foot control panel Zoom Focus</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0120</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ADLIFT</td><td>Adapt.set lift. S5 Ceil.anchor</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0121</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120WALLP</td><td>Adapterplate for S7 wall mount</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0122</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120BRA</td><td>Binocular Rotator Adapter</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0123</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PRER3</td><td>Pre-instal. set lower 3.09m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0124</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120MOTINT</td><td>Motion Interface</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0125</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCDIA</td><td>Double Iris diaphragm</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0126</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120STIINT</td><td>Still Interface</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0127</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCS7IT</td><td>Instrument tray S7 floor stand</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0128</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120PREL3</td><td>Pre-instal. set lower 3.1m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0129</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCASST</td><td>Sterilizable Asepsis Caps</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0130</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCDP01</td><td>VG repl. lens sterile, 20pc</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0131</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13110UCPSCB</td><td>Special video cable for CM/WM</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0132</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCFCP</td><td>Connect.kit foot contr.panelS7</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0133</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCDP02</td><td>VG repl. lens, n-sterile, 10pc</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0134</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13110UCPDV</td><td>System cable DVI-D, 5m</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0135</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ACAP27</td><td>6x sterilizable caps 27mm</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0136</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCDP88</td><td>drapes, type 88, pack of 20</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0137</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCDP70</td><td>drapes, type 70, pack of 5</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0138</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120UCHAL</td><td>2x Halogen lamp 12 V, 100 W</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0139</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ACAP49</td><td>6x sterilizable caps 49mm</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0140</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2238-13120ACAP22</td><td>6x sterilizable caps 22mm</td></tr>
      <tr><td>0141</td><td>Carl Zeiss</td><td>000000-2003-213</td><td>1yr OPTIME service</td></tr>
    </tbody>
  </table>
  <p>Respondents should identify a complete solution including associated accessories, as required for full functionality.</p>
  <p>The following Minimum Technical Requirements (MTRs) are being considered:</p>
  <ul>
    <li>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.</li>
    <li>Coaxial illumination: Light travels along the same line of sight as the lens, reducing shadows and improving clarity in deep, narrow spaces.</li>
    <li>Illumination at working distance &gt; 90,000 lux; high-intensity coaxial light; micro-dentistry focused integrated optics: apochromatic or high-fidelity lenses for accurate color, sharpness, and depth perception.</li>
    <li>Ergonomic design: Tiltable handles, adjustable arms, and upright working positions to reduce neck and back strain.</li>
    <li>Optional imaging: Many models include cameras for live video, photo capture, and patient documentation.</li>
  </ul>
  <p>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.</p>
  <p>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.</p>
  <p>Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:</p>
  <ul>
    <li>Full name and address of company.</li>
    <li>SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).</li>
    <li>Business size and socioeconomic status, if applicable (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone, 8(a)).</li>
    <li>Manufacturer or distributor:
      <ul>
        <li>If distributor, provide the full name, business size, and address of the manufacturer.</li>
        <li>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.</li>
      </ul>
    </li>
    <li>Country of Origin designation for all products proposed.</li>
    <li>Describe the firm’s ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale.</li>
    <li>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.</li>
    <li>Does respondent offer an annual service plan, Yes or No?
      <ul>
        <li>If Yes, describe what the plan covers.</li>
        <li>Identify whether the plan covers software updates, parts repair/replacement, or both.</li>
        <li>Provide literature or other documentation describing the service plan.</li>
        <li>Identify whether service is provided by the OEM or a subcontractor.</li>
      </ul>
    </li>
    <li>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.</li>
    <li>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.</li>
  </ul>
  <p><strong>NOTE:</strong> 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.</p>
  <ul>
    <li>Does your firm anticipate any subcontracting opportunities for this requirement? If yes, identify the type and approximate scope of work that could be subcontracted.</li>
    <li>Identify any federal contract vehicles held by your firm through which your firm can provide this equipment.</li>
    <li>Are there any further standards or criteria VA should consider in a procurement action for this equipment?</li>
    <li>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.</li>
    <li>Any additional information the Government should know prior to issuing a solicitation.</li>
    <li>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.</li>
  </ul>
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