Department of Justice · Federal Bureau of Prisons · FAO
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
15B0AT26Q20800005
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
NAICS
339114
Product service code
6520
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted
2026-08-19
Response deadline
Aug 25, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
Loretto, PA
Contracting contact
r3woods@bop.gov
Market intelligence
Account requiredWho wins this work, and what it pays
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons requires a turn-key supply and installation of two (2) ADEC 311 dental chairs (or equal/superior alternative with documented equivalency) featuring ergonomic operator access, hydraulic lift ranges from 10" to 30," integrated controls, and a best-value trade-off award basis for delivery to FCI Loretto, PA. Description & Scope Requirement: Turn-key supply and installation of two (2) dental operator chairs and delivery systems. Baseline Standard: A-dec 311 chair or equal/better. Alternative models require comprehensive supporting documentation proving equivalency. Delivery/Installation Address: FCI Loretto, 772 St Joseph St, Loretto, PA 15940. Salient Characteristics Ergonomics & Positioning: Supports close operator movement for posture/view; touch pad with left/right rotation and tilt; configurable for left- or right-handed operators. Control & Delivery: 4-handpiece position control block; control head housing 5 integrated clinical devices/accessories; 5 individual adjustable instrument holders; Disc Foot Control (Rheostat). Physical & Mechanical Specs: Hydraulic drive system; lift range from 10" to 30"; reclining backrest (+70° to -5°); 30° chair swivel to either side; adjustable cushioned headrest and washable tray pad; multi-voltage intraoral light source with independent settings; adjustable water/air coolant. Solicitation & Award Details Procedure: FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services). Basis for Award: Best Value Trade-off (balancing physical features, structural/clinical superiority, and price). The government may select a higher-priced quote if ergonomic or operational advantages justify the premium. Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Price, and Delivery/Installation.
Contact
Point of contact
Renasha Woods
Role
not stated on this notice — SAM publishes a role for only about 5% of them, so this may be a contract specialist rather than the contracting officer
Email
r3woods@bop.gov
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