Sources Sought: Firm Fixed-Price, Non-Personal Service Type, Commercial Item, Brand Name Only, Purchase to provide Two (2) Olympus UHI-4 45L Highflow Insufflation Units for the IHS, TMSU, Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility, Belcourt, ND.
ID: IHS1509455Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/39bde9a15b424249b658afdb0887f1d1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking sources for a firm fixed-price contract to provide two Olympus UHI-4 45L Highflow Insufflation Units for the Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility in Belcourt, North Dakota. This procurement is aimed at enhancing laparoscopic procedures by supplying advanced insufflation units that utilize CO2 gas, along with features for automatic suction and smoke evacuation. The contract will have a performance period of ten weeks following the award, and interested vendors must self-certify their status as Indian Economic Enterprises, ensuring compliance with the Buy Indian Act. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact David Jones at david.jones@ihs.gov or Wenda Wright at wenda.wright@ihs.gov.

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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation from the Indian Health Service under the Buy Indian Act, requiring self-certification from Offerors asserting their status as “Indian Economic Enterprises.” It specifies that Offerors must meet this definition at three critical points: when submitting an offer, at contract award, and throughout the contract's duration. If eligibility changes, contractors must inform the Contracting Officer immediately. The document emphasizes the importance of honest representation, stating that false claims can lead to legal penalties. Offerors are also required to be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). It concludes with a representation section for certification, requiring details such as the business name and Unique Entity ID. This document highlights compliance and accountability in federal contracting aimed at supporting Indian-owned businesses.
    SOW Rev.docx
    The contract aims to procure two Olympus UHI-4 Intra-abdominal Insufflation Units for the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service, intended for laparoscopy procedures that utilize CO2 gas for abdominal insufflation, alongside automatic suction and smoke evacuation functionalities. The contract is a firm-fixed price type with a performance period of ten weeks following the award. Key elements include the contractor's obligation to provide service documentation for calibration and maintenance, with invoices submitted via the U.S. Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform to ensure timely payments. Liability clauses underscore the contractor's responsibility for health and safety compliance, maintaining that the Government will not release them from accountability for negligence or improper actions. Information generated from the contract is confidential and cannot be disclosed without the Contracting Officer's consent. All contractor terms and conditions will adhere to federal regulations, providing a structured approach to ensure compliance and operational efficiency throughout the contract term. This RFP reflects the federal government's commitment to maintaining high standards in healthcare equipment procurement and patient safety.
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