Bid guide
How to bid on Dental Equipment for the North Dakota National Guard
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The North Dakota National Guard's State Medical Detachment needs eight specific dental equipment items. These include a Lexa sterilizer and an Assistina One, along with other equipment from manufacturers like Air Techniques, Solmetex, and A-dec. The solicitation specifies these as "brand-name or equal" items.
This is an opportunity for small businesses to supply essential healthcare equipment to a government agency. The award will be based on a best-value tradeoff, meaning factors beyond just price will be considered.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this exact time.
Late submissions are generally not accepted, so it is crucial to plan your submission well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that are authorized dealers or representatives for dental equipment manufacturers, specifically W&H, Air Techniques, Solmetex, and A-dec. The solicitation clarifies that supplying through an authorized manufacturer dealer channel satisfies the requirements.
Firms with experience in the healthcare equipment category, particularly dental supplies, will find this bid relevant.
How to respond
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Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since this is a "brand-name or equal" solicitation, carefully review the specifications for each item to ensure your proposed "equal" products meet or exceed the stated requirements. Provide clear documentation to support any "equal" claims.
As the award will be a "Best Value Tradeoff," focus not only on competitive pricing but also on demonstrating your firm's capability, past performance, and ability to meet all terms and conditions. Highlight your status as an authorized dealer and your experience with similar equipment. Pay close attention to any attached Justification and Approval (JA) documents, as these often contain critical details about the agency's needs and evaluation criteria.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.