6525--NX EQ Scanning Systems: Cone-Beam Computed Tomography: Head/Neck

DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Scanning Systems: Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT): Head/Neck product line as a candidate for an Enterprise-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with (IAW) the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) 10.001(b) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources. The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide Carestream Dental CS 9600 or equal CBCT Scanner on an agency wide basis. The VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver the CBCT Scanners to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS) (OCONUS includes locations of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Guam, Philippines, American Samoa, and Northern Mariana Islands). The anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339114 - Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Product Service Code: 6525 Imaging Equipment and Supplies: Medical, Dental, Veterinary and the associated size standard is 750 employees. The RFO 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 in response to this solicitation and at the time of award. You may access the website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/#search at the time of proposal submission. 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 Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their 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. 2.0 SCOPE CBCT scanning systems that are designed for neck and/or head imaging, including dental applications. These systems typically consist of: 1) an x-ray subsystem that utilizes a cone beam (i.e., a beam which radiates from the x-ray source in a cone shape) which encompasses a large volume with a single rotation about the patient's head and/or neck thus applying a relatively low dose of radiation; 2) a flat 2D planar detector rather than a curve-shaped detector; 3) image display monitors; 4) a data storage unit; and 5) a computerized subsystem for image processing that is capable of producing high-resolution tri-dimensional (3D) images reconstructed using dedicated software (algorithms). Head/neck CBCT scanning systems are typically used with the patient standing or sitting on a dedicated chair which includes attachments (e.g., supports) to restrain head movements. Many systems combine conventional panoramic dental imaging in the same unit. The systems are used to obtain images for maxillo-facial, oral, and head surgery; they are also used in dental office procedures (e.g., for endodontic treatment, dental implant planning/treatment and/or oral surgery) and provide simultaneous scanning of the maxilla and mandible. The following Contract Line-Items Number (CLIN) are being considered: Contract Line Items Manufacturer Part Number Description 0001 Carestream Dental 1759308 CS 9600 16x17 W SC Full Bundle- (5yr P&L) Includes Ceph & 5 Years of Parts and Labor Warranty FoVs- 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 5x8, 8x5, 10x5, 12x5, 8x8, 10x10, 12x10, 16x10, 16x12, 16x17 0002 Carestream Dental 1759307 CS 9600 16x17 Full Bundle- (5 yr P&L) Includes 5 Years of Parts and Labor Warranty FoVs- 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 5x8, 8x5, 10x5, 12x5, 8x8, 10x10, 12x10, 16x10, 16x12, 16x17 0003 Carestream Dental CS Protect Extends the terms of warranty and increase