Intent to Sole Source - Fujifilm replacement endoscopes and processor
ID: ITSSIHS1509167Type: Special Notice
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

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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)
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    The Indian Health Services (IHS), specifically the Phoenix Area Office, intends to award a Purchase Order for Fujifilm replacement endoscopes and a processor on a sole source basis, as outlined under FAR Part 11.105(a)(1). The selected vendor must possess no direct interest in the project and demonstrate expertise in providing the specified equipment. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational capabilities of medical services within the Indian Health Services, emphasizing the need for specialized medical instruments. Interested firms wishing to contest the sole-source decision must submit a letter detailing their qualifications and capability to provide the required equipment by 5:00 PM (EDT) on March 28, 2025, to Phillip Wendzillo at IHS, with no reimbursement for submission costs.

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    The Indian Health Services (IHS) Phoenix Area Office plans to issue a Purchase Order for Fujifilm replacement endoscopes and a processor on a sole source basis, following FAR Part 11.105(a)(1). The selected vendor must demonstrate expertise and must have no direct interest in the project. Firms wishing to contest this sole-source decision can submit a letter expressing their interest and capability to provide the specified equipment by 5:00 PM (EDT) on March 28, 2025, to Phillip Wendzillo at IHS. No costs incurred by firms in preparing their submissions will be reimbursed by IHS. The contract action will be negotiated with only one source, and while interested parties can express their interest, the Government reserves the right to decide on competition at its discretion. This notice serves as an intent to procure rather than a request for competitive proposals, emphasizing the unique qualifications required for the equipment.
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