SOURCES SOUGHT: Preventive Maintenance Services for Steris Equipment
ID: IHS1508143Type: Sources Sought
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

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Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

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MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking capable sources for preventive maintenance services for Steris equipment at the Kayenta Health Center in Arizona. The services required include maintenance for steam sterilizers, electric sterilizers, single chamber washers disinfectors, and cart washers, with an anticipated performance period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency and safety of medical equipment used in healthcare services. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package to Flora Washington by February 12, 2025, including confirmation of their Buy Indian set-aside status and relevant experience details.

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    The document outlines the Buy Indian Act's self-certification process for Offerors interested in federal contracts under the Indian Health Service (IHS). It emphasizes the necessity for Offerors to confirm their status as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” and outlines the conditions that must be met at various stages: when submitting an offer, at contract award, and throughout the contract's duration. Notably, any changes in eligibility status must be promptly communicated to the Contracting Officer. Furthermore, it mandates registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) and warns against submitting false information, indicating severe legal consequences for violations. The form includes sections for Offerors to certify their ownership and affiliation with a federally recognized tribal entity, ensuring compliance with the Buy Indian Act’s requirements. Overall, the document serves to maintain integrity in the contracting process while promoting economic opportunities for Indian enterprises.
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