Dental X-Ray Sensors

The Indian Health Service is forecasting a future procurement for dental X-ray sensors, specifically targeting the Carestream RVG line of digital sensors, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation. This opportunity is classified under NAICS code 339114, indicating it relates to medical equipment and supplies manufacturing, and is reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration. The solicitation is not yet active but is anticipated to be released, with the forecast posted on May 25, 2026, providing early visibility to eligible vendors. Performance location details and specific delivery requirements are not yet defined, but the sensors will support dental imaging needs within IHS facilities. Kip Martin serves as the Program Point of Contact, with the email kippy.martin@ihs.gov, for inquiries regarding technical and programmatic aspects of the sensors, while Shelton Bruce, the Contracting Officer, listed at shelton.bruce@ihs.gov, is the authoritative point of contact for all contracting matters. The opportunity is accessible through the HHS OSDBU portal, and interested small businesses should monitor the platform for the official solicitation release. This forecast underscores the IHS's continued investment in modernizing dental imaging technology to improve patient care across its network, with a specific focus on domestic small business participation in critical healthcare infrastructure upgrades.