Ultrasound System with Accessories
ID: DZHC-SS-25-015Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Set Aside

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

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking capable suppliers for an Ultrasound System with Accessories for the Northern Navajo Medical Center located in Shiprock, New Mexico. The procurement includes essential components such as an ultrasound probe, transducer, battery pack, and printer kit, with an anticipated delivery date of approximately six weeks post-award. This opportunity is significant for enhancing medical imaging capabilities within the facility, and it falls under the NAICS code 339112, which pertains to Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with a preference for Indian economic enterprises as mandated by the Buy Indian Act. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities packages to Michael Austin, Contract Specialist, by December 27, 2024, at 2:30 PM MT, ensuring compliance with eligibility requirements and providing relevant experience details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael Austin, Contract Specialist
    michael.austin@ihs.gov
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) issues a Sources Sought Notice seeking capable suppliers for an Ultrasound System with Accessories, intended for the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM. The notice clarifies that this is not a solicitation but a request for market research to gauge supplier capacity in providing specific medical instruments. Potential vendors are invited to submit capability packages by the deadline of December 27, 2024. The procurement falls under NAICS code 339112, focusing on Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with preferential treatment given to Indian economic enterprises per the Buy Indian Act. Suppliers must provide information regarding their eligibility under this act, firm size, socio-economic status, and relevant project experience. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Michael Austin, Contract Specialist. The document emphasizes that responses will inform the acquisition strategy, including possible set-asides, stressing the importance of demonstrating qualifications and intent to participate as a prime contractor.
    The document outlines the criteria and self-certification requirements for entities responding to a Request for Information (RFI) or solicitation related to the Buy Indian Act, specifically for the Indian Health Service within the Department of Health & Human Services. Offerors must confirm they meet the definition of "Indian Economic Enterprise" at the time of their offer, contract award, and throughout the contract duration. Should the enterprise fail to maintain eligibility, immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is required. Additionally, successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The document stresses that any misinformation could lead to legal consequences under U.S. law. The essential components include the representation of whether the Offeror meets eligibility requirements, certification from the owner, and necessary business details, including tribal affiliation and DUNS Number, reinforcing the importance of compliance and transparency in federal contract opportunities for Native American enterprises.
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