IHS – PAO - GE MAC VU360 Electrocardiographs – RFQ-24-PHX-065
ID: RFQ-24-PHX-065Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7d822c865a2e498a8bfc1315cdfa4c0f/view
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking proposals for the acquisition of GE MAC VU360 Electrocardiographs under RFQ-24-PHX-065, specifically set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises. This procurement aims to replace outdated ECG machines at the Phoenix Area Office, ensuring compatibility with the newly implemented GE Healthcare MUSE NX cardiology information system, which is critical for accurate patient monitoring and diagnosis. The selected vendor must provide brand-name equipment only, demonstrate OEM authorization, and comply with federal regulations, including active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Quotes are due by 11:00 AM PST on September 13, 2024, with questions accepted until 1:00 PM PST on September 10, 2024; interested parties can contact Ashley B. Velasquez at ashley.velasquez@ihs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashley B. Velasquez
    (480) 217-7292
    ashley.velasquez@ihs.gov
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    Bid Sheet.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ-24-PHX-065) for the acquisition of GE MAC VU360 Electrocardiographs. The document serves as a vendor offer sheet, detailing requirements for suppliers interested in submitting proposals. Key elements include the vendor's business name, point of contact (POC), email, phone number, SAM UEI number, ISBEE status, delivery timeline from order receipt, quote validity duration, and pricing information. The RFQ emphasizes the procurement's purpose of enhancing cardiology services within Indian healthcare systems, reflecting the IHS's commitment to improving the health services offered to Native American communities. This RFP represents the federal government's initiative to support quality healthcare delivery through strategic acquisitions, ensuring compliance with existing regulations and standards.
    Combined Synopsis - LPTA.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is soliciting proposals through RFQ-24-PHX-065 for the purchase of new GE MAC VU360 Electrocardiographs to replace outdated models at the Phoenix Area Office. This solicitation is set aside exclusively for Indian Economic Enterprises, ensuring that qualified American Indian and Alaska Native small businesses can compete. The requirement specifies brand-name equipment only, and vendors must provide proof of authorization as an OEM dealer for warranty and service compliance. Quotes must be submitted by 11:00 AM PST on September 13, 2024, with questions due by 1:00 PM PST on September 10, 2024. The selection process will favor responsive offers, awarding the contract primarily based on price and the ability to fulfill the total quantity requested. Compliance with federal regulations is mandated, including having active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). This procurement aims to improve cardiology services through modern, integrated ECG technology.
    JNA - Brand Name - R_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a justification and approval for a specific acquisition of GE Healthcare MAC VU360 ECG machines by the Indian Health Service (IHS) in 2024. This procurement is categorized as a new requirement under a firm-fixed price arrangement, necessitated by the expiration of current equipment’s life expectancy and its inability to integrate with the newly awarded cardiology information system, GE Healthcare MUSE NX. The acquisition is justified under FAR 11.105(a)(1) as only one responsible source can satisfy the agency's requirements due to the brand-specific technology needed. Extensive market research indicated the potential for competitive procurement, utilizing a set-aside for vendors capable of meeting the requirement. The document emphasizes the importance of the ECG machines for accurate diagnosis and patient monitoring, detailing their significant role in cardiology. Required approvals from program managers and contracting officers confirm the anticipated costs as fair and reasonable, and a competitive bidding process is planned to maximize participation. Overall, the procurement is crucial for enhancing the medical capabilities within IHS, illustrating compliance with federal acquisition regulations.
    Manual_Exhibit_5-5_1A_IEERepresentationForm.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form serves as a self-certification tool for Offerors aiming to demonstrate their eligibility as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" for government contracts. Compliance is required not just at the submission phase, but also at the time of contract award and throughout the contract's duration. Offerors must promptly inform the contracting officer if they cease to meet these eligibility criteria. The form emphasizes the necessity of the Offeror being registered in the System of Award Management (SAM) and warns against submitting false information, which constitutes a legal violation. It requires the identifying information of the business and its 51% owner, ensuring transparency and accountability. This document is integral to the acquisition process, particularly for contracts set aside for tribal enterprises, reinforcing the federal commitment to supporting Native American businesses through cautious procurement practices.
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