Large Autoclaves for KHC Dental Department
ID: 75H71026Q00029Type: Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

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Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Navajo Area, is seeking proposals for the acquisition of two Tuttnauer 3870EAP Large Capacity Automatic Autoclaves for the Kayenta Health Center's Dental Department. This procurement is designated as an Indian Owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside, emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses while ensuring the availability of high-quality dental equipment. The autoclaves are critical for maintaining sterilization standards in dental practices, and the decision to restrict competition to the Tuttnauer brand is based on existing staff training and the specific performance requirements of the equipment. Interested vendors must submit their offers by January 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, and can contact Charity Yellowhair-Gilbert at charity.yellowhair-gilbert@ihs.gov or 928-697-5070 for further information.

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    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, Kayenta Service Unit, has issued a "Justification to Restrict Competition" for the acquisition of two large capacity Tuttnauer autoclaves. This justification, made pursuant to RFO 12.102, states that Tuttnauer USA is the only reasonably available source due to the specific quality and control systems of their autoclaves and their stainless-steel chambers, which ensure high performance and long service life. Additionally, the Kayenta Health Center's Bio-Medical department is specifically trained to maintain and repair Tuttnauer products, ensuring timely support. Market research conducted via a Sources Sought Notice on SAM.gov from November 16-21, 2025, yielded ten responses, but only one specified being a Tuttnauer distributor, further supporting the decision to restrict competition to this brand name.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) Division of Acquisition Policy has issued an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form for solicitations, sources sought, and requests for information (RFIs) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This form requires offerors to self-certify their status as an IEE, meeting the definition outlined in HHSAR 326.601, at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Contractors must notify the Contracting Officer immediately if they no longer meet eligibility requirements. The form also states that contracting officers may request documentation of eligibility, and successful offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). It warns against submitting false or misleading information, citing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims.
    This government solicitation (RFP 75H71026Q00029) is issued by the Kayenta Health Center, Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, for the acquisition of two Tuttnauer 3870EAP Large Capacity Automatic Autoclaves for its Dental Department. The acquisition is an Indian Owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside. Offers are due by January 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. The evaluation factors include technical capability, delivery schedule, and price. Payment will be made electronically through the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The document includes numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) clauses, with several deviations, covering areas such as small business programs, labor standards, environmental protection, and payment terms. A Brand Name Justification is provided, citing the need for Tuttnauer autoclaves due to existing staff training for maintenance and repair, ensuring high performance and timely support.
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