Electric Dental Hand Pieces
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Notice type
Special Notice
Solicitation #
36C24526Q0689
NAICS
339114
PSC
6515
Set-aside
No Set aside used
Posted
July 22, 2026
Response due
July 30, 2026
Place of performance
WV
What this opportunity is
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking electric dental handpieces to enhance dental care for veterans, specifically Kavo brand models compatible with existing equipment. This opportunity is not set aside for small businesses, meaning all business types may compete. The notice is a Special Notice, indicating it is for information gathering rather than a solicitation, so interested parties should track developments rather than submit proposals at this stage.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
This RFI is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. Per FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not considered offers, shall not be used as a proposal, and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kinds of offers will be considered in response to this notice. No evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to the respondents; however, the Government does reserve the right to contact any respondent and/or respondent reference to obtain additional information. At this time, no solicitation exists; therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. Any resulting procurement action will be the subject of a separate, future announcement. The information is provided for discussion purposes and any potential strategy for this acquisition may change prior to any solicitation release. The acquisition strategy, evaluation methodology, contract type, and any other acquisition decisions are to be determined.
Statement of Work (SOW)
for the
Kavo Electric Handpieces
1.0 General
1.1Background
The mission of the Hershel “Woody” Williams VAMC is to provide patient care. The mission of the Dental Service is to use the electric handpieces to support comprehensive dental care for veterans. These handpieces are used to efficiently and precisely remove decay in teeth, polish and finish restorations, adjust prosthetics, and trim and contour restorations and appliances.
1.2 Objective
This will be used in adjunct with our current dental delivery units to deliver dental care to our veterans.
1.3 Scope of Work
The equipment shall support restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic and hygiene procedures.
1.4 Period of Performance
The period of performance of this contract is 20 days after award.
1.5 Place of Performance
The electric dental handpieces will be delivered to the Huntington VAMC.
2.0 Specific Requirements/Tasks
2.1 Ensure all handpieces are Kavo Brand and are compatible with existing dental delivery units and handpiece couplings.
2.2 Provide electric handpiece motor systems capable of variable speed operation ranging from 100RPmto 200,000 RPM.
2.3 Provide adjustable torque control for precision dental procedures.
2.4 Include fiber optic or LED illumination for enhanced intraoral visibility..
2.5 Include internal water spray cooling system to reduce heat generation.
2.6 Provide autoclavable handpiece attachments for infection prevention compliance.
2.7 Include both high-speed and low-speed connections.
2.8 Ensure low vibration and low noise operation to ensure veteran comfort.
2.9 Review warranty information.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must Be KAVO Brand
Electromatic Premium Dual 1.012.8547
Diplay 4.3“ color touch display
Dimension 5.9 x 4.6 x 1.4
Presets 5 presets in prep mode
Drive Included 2x KL703 or 1x KL703 + 1x COMFORTbase
Media Input via 4/5/6 hole standard connection System pressure: 1.8 - 5 bar, Spray air: 1.0 - 2.5 bar, Spray water: 0.8 - 2.0 ba
Water Filter included
Power Supply 177 inch connection cable
Remote cord length 800mm
Torque Max 0.4ncm
LED Bulb Intensity 25,00 LUX
Motor speed range 20,000 - 200,000 rpm
Kavo EXPERTmatic LUX E20 L (1.007.5540)
Transmission 1:1
Exclusive high-tech ball bearing for a more robust and durable instrument
CoolHead technology
Cellular optic
For latch type burs
Speed range up to 40,000 rpm (electric motor) and up to 20,000 rpm (air motor)
Internal air / water coolant
Push button auto chuck
1-port spray
EXPERTgrip
Universal “E” type connection
25,000 Lux glass rod light conductor
001
Lux 2 E20 L Slow Speed
1.007.5540
60 Total Quantity
002
Premium Control Unit
1.012.8547
8 Total Quantity
RESPONSES:
Please include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the brand name product specified above.
Please provide any product solution or configuration so long as they are equivalent to the brand name product.
Responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.
PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Full name and address of company
DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UEI
Business Size
Manufacturer or Distributor
If distributor, provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer.
Country of Origin designation for all products.
Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) are equivalent.
Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the functionality of the product line identified.
Authorized Distributor Letter Certified by OEM with a current date.
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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