OR CABINET PROJECT IHS1497470
ID: IHS1497470Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEOK CITY AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73114, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/257808628d384fa5b87065497114871b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is seeking quotes for the procurement of endoscope drying cabinets as part of RFQ IHS1497470. The objective is to acquire ten Steris model cabinets that comply with updated HEPA filter and air circulation guidelines, which are essential for enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring patient safety in healthcare facilities. This procurement is critical as the current equipment has been flagged for not meeting necessary standards, and the new cabinets will improve the reprocessing cycle and reduce germ growth risks. Interested vendors must submit their written quotes by August 16, 2024, at 4:30 PM CST to Randy Nevills at miranda.nevills@ihs.gov, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

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    Randy Nevills
    (918) 342-6447
    miranda.nevills@ihs.gov
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    1 COMBINED S.S.pdf
    The document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items under RFQ IHS1497470 issued by the federal government. It invites quotes for specific requirements while adhering to the regulations outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The solicitation aims for full and open competition, categorized under NAICS code 339112, and requires written submissions by August 16, 2024, at 4:30 PM CST to a designated contact. Evaluation of quotes will follow a “Lowest Price Technically Acceptable” standard, emphasizing registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW). The document contains provisions and clauses applicable to the solicitation, detailing necessary certifications and conditions regarding contract terms, including compliance with various labor and procurement regulations. Contractors must submit detailed technical documentation and other specific information, such as unique entity identifiers and proposed pricing. Email submissions are mandatory, and faxes are not accepted. The emphasis is on transparency, competition, and adherence to federal regulations for procurement processes.
    2DryingCabinet.pdf
    This Equipment Request Form details a procurement request for endoscope drying cabinets by the OR department, submitted by Sharon Carver on April 24, 2023. The request addresses compliance with updated guidelines requiring HEPA filters and proper air circulation for effective drying, as the current cabinet fails to meet these standards, having been flagged in a recent survey. The proposal highlights four main benefits of the new equipment: increased efficiency in the reprocessing cycle, automated scope identification and tracking, and enhanced drying time to mitigate germ growth. The request includes specifications for a Steris model, with a quantity of ten units each priced at $1,055.60, totaling $10,556. Approval from the department supervisor and the approving official is required, and the request notes the fiscal year as 2023. This document represents a proactive approach to modernize hospital equipment, which is essential for improving patient safety and operational efficiency within healthcare facilities, aligning with governmental procurement practices.
    2DryingCabinet (1).pdf
    The Equipment Request Form submitted by Sharon Carver from the OR department outlines a request for the acquisition of endoscope drying cabinets that comply with updated HEPA filter and air circulation guidelines. The current cabinets do not meet these requirements, having been flagged in a recent survey. The proposed automated cabinets will enhance operational efficiency by reducing unnecessary reprocessing of scopes, which decreases labor and resource use. Key features include visual alerts for reprocessed scopes, scope tracking capabilities, and improved drying time to minimize germ growth risk. The request specifies a quantity of ten units from Steris, with a total cost of $10,556. Approval from supervisory officials is indicated, and the request aligns with the fiscal year's budget considerations. Overall, this form supports the aim of upgrading essential medical equipment to ensure compliance and improve patient safety standards.
    RFQ TEMPLATE.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Claremore Indian Hospital, has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for specific medical equipment including endoscope cabinets and cassette transport models. The RFQ specifies the quantity and unit price for each item, totaling 30 units across five categories. Vendors are instructed to submit their quotes inclusive of shipping and tax, with quotes due by August 16, 2024. Vendors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide detailed technical documentation to support their bids. The document outlines key vendor requirements, delivery terms, invoicing details, and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions, ensuring compliance with government contracting standards. All items quoted should ideally match the specifications of the STERIS endoscope drying and storage cabinet. This RFQ reflects the government's commitment to obtaining necessary medical supplies while adhering to procurement regulations.
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