Thermal label printers, software and technical support for labeling of IV medications, blood collection and wristbands to enhance patient care and safety
ID: SS-IHS1504014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3658c66cb38f46659bd6548095624023/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Great Plains Area, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Thermal Label Printers, software, and technical support for the Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital in South Dakota. The objective of this procurement is to enhance patient care and safety through improved labeling of IV medications, blood collection, and wristbands. This initiative is critical for ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining high-quality standards in healthcare operations. Interested parties must respond in writing by November 27, 2024, with detailed company information and a capability statement, directed to Karen Wright at the Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital, or via email at karen.wright@ihs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karen Wright
    (605) 747-0401
    karen.wright@ihs.gov
    Files
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    SOURCES SOUGHT-IHS1504014.pdf
    The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (GPAIHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for market research aimed at identifying qualified small businesses capable of supplying Thermal Label Printers, software, and technical support for the Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital. This initiative is intended to enhance patient care and safety related to IV medications, blood collection, and wristband labeling. This notice is not a solicitation for proposals or contracts and is not meant for awarding funds. Interested small businesses must respond with detailed company information, including their unique entity identification, small business status, and a capability statement demonstrating their technical and management abilities. Responses should be submitted in writing by November 27, 2024, without pricing information. The GPAIHS encourages participation from various small business classifications, emphasizing the importance of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The document serves as a preliminary step to gauge market readiness rather than initiating a formal procurement process.
    STATEMENT OF WORK - DataRay 09-30-2024-UPDATED.docx
    The Rosebud IHS Hospital seeks to contract with DataRay for the provision of Thermal Label Printers, software, and technical support aimed at improving patient care and safety. This Statement of Work outlines DataRay's responsibilities, including the installation of a Thermal Printing System using its D3 interface, integration with the hospital's Resource Patient Management System, and compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient information protection. The high-quality standards established include timely equipment shipment, functionality checks, and user training for hospital staff. Additionally, the contractor must monitor service quality, handle warranty services, and ensure rapid response to hardware issues. Reporting requirements detail the necessity for contractors to provide timely records and maintain professional qualifications throughout the contract duration. The document emphasizes the importance of confidentiality and compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, especially when dealing with sensitive patient information. Overall, this contract is structured to enhance operational efficiency at Rosebud IHS Hospital while ensuring adherence to federal regulations, fostering a safer healthcare environment through reliable labeling solutions.
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