Fiber Optic Installation
ID: IHS1484617Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is soliciting proposals for a Fiber Optic Installation project at the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, New Mexico. The project aims to replace outdated fiber optic cables with a modern 100Gbit capable multi-mode fiber system, which includes the installation of new innerducts, splicing, and testing, while also removing old copper cabling to optimize the infrastructure. This initiative is critical for enhancing the medical center's communication capabilities and ensuring compliance with modern networking standards. Interested Indian-owned small businesses must submit their quotes by October 21, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Verni Harrison-Yazza at verni.harrison-yazza@ihs.gov.

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    Verni Harrison-Yazza
    verni.harrison-yazza@ihs.gov
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    The document outlines the fire and smoke barrier plans for the Northern Navajo Medical Center's ground level, detailing various smoke compartment configurations and safety features crucial for hospital infrastructure. It includes technical specifications such as the dimensions of walls and enclosures, specifying areas that require fire-rated partitions, including one-hour and two-hour fire-rated walls. The plan visualizes layouts relevant to smoke compartments, designating hazardous rooms and non-sprinkled areas, thus emphasizing the importance of fire safety and compliance with health regulations. This technical document serves as a guide for contractors and planners engaged in rehabilitation or construction projects at the medical facility, ensuring adherence to local and federal safety standards. Its relevance is underscored in the context of government RFPs and grants aimed at enhancing infrastructure safety and effectiveness within public health facilities.
    The document outlines the life safety drawings for the Northern Navajo Medical Center, detailing fire and smoke compartmentalization across its various levels. It specifies the sizes of multiple smoke compartments, indicating critical areas such as storage, offices, and medical facilities, categorized by their fire rating standards. The drawings emphasize areas without sprinkler systems and hazardous rooms that require special attention due to their potential fire risks. Partition specifications are provided, highlighting the necessity of fire-rated barriers to enhance safety and compliance with health regulations. These plans update previous safety measures, reflecting a commitment to ensuring patient and staff safety in the healthcare environment. By categorizing and assessing the safety features within the facility, the documentation serves as a crucial tool for maintaining operational standards in alignment with government regulations and funding guidelines applicable to healthcare facilities. The comprehensive layout and clear designation of responsibilities speak to an organized approach essential for emergency preparedness and risk management in healthcare settings.
    The Northern Navajo Medical Center is seeking to upgrade its telecommunications infrastructure by installing a new single-mode fiber optic backbone as part of the FY24 Single-Mode Fiber installation project. This initiative aims to replace an ageing fiber network that has been in operation for over a decade and currently operates at a maximum speed of 10 GB. The new installation will support speeds of 40 GB and beyond, which is necessary for reliable 24/7 patient care. The work includes installing a 12-strand SM OS2 plenum fiber, additional mounting cabinets, and removal of obsolete copper phone cables, ensuring compliance with IHS disposal requirements. Security measures for the equipment during transport and proper installation hours are outlined, with work scheduled after business hours to minimize disruptions. The project outlined in this Statement of Work emphasizes the importance of maintaining a 98% uptime and supports the MIS Department’s efforts to update critical IT components. The period of performance for this project will last one year following the purchase order date, with designated points of contact for technical and project support.
    The Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) is seeking to engage a Native American-owned firm to implement a Fiber Upgrade Project to enhance its communication infrastructure. The project aims to replace the existing outdated fiber optic backbone with a 100Gbit capable multi-mode fiber system, including the installation of new innerducts, splicing, and testing. A significant component of the project involves the removal of old, unused 25-pair copper cabling to free up conduits for new fiber installation. Key objectives include assessing the best paths for fiber installation, providing installations to eight Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF) closets, and ensuring proper project management and supervision by NNMC. The contractor is responsible for delivering a detailed project implementation plan, documenting the project's design and any necessary installations. Payment for services will be based on monthly invoices, and the implementation must meet specified acceptance criteria. Additionally, security guidelines mandate adherence to specific protocols to ensure operational integrity during installation. This initiative reflects NNMC's commitment to upgrading their IT infrastructure to meet modern networking demands.
    The document serves as a federal solicitation for contracting opportunities, detailing a range of contract clauses and requirements inherent to the procurement of commercial products and services. It outlines the incorporation of specific Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, emphasizing compliance with various statutes, executive orders, and ethical obligations, particularly regarding small businesses and Indian Economic Enterprises. Key clauses cover topics like prohibitions on contracting with specific vendors, requirements for reporting executive compensation, and clauses related to labor standards and subcontracting limitations. The solicitation establishes a structured evaluation process based on past performance, capability, and pricing, ensuring that the contract is awarded to the most responsible offeror. It mandates electronic submission of payment requests and outlines the role and limitations of the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Additionally, the document reinforces the importance of clarity in contracts and compliance with the Buy Indian Act. Overall, it emphasizes the government's commitment to ethical contracting practices while safeguarding small and disadvantaged businesses.
    The Department of Health and Human Services' Indian Health Service aims to contract with Indian Economic Enterprises under the Buy Indian Act. This representation form requires potential contractors to self-certify their eligibility as Indian Economic Enterprises with at least 51% ownership by members of federally recognized tribes. This certification is needed to compete for a solicitation related to a project titled "Buy Indian Act." The enterprise must maintain its eligibility throughout the offering period, award, and contract performance or risk contractual breach. This form also warns of legal consequences for false or misleading representations. The primary objective is to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act while emphasizing the importance of accurate representation.
    The addendum to the Northern Navajo Medical Center's Statement of Work details the locations of various communication closets within the facility. Specifically, it lists several closets designated by alphanumeric codes across different areas including the West Wing's top and lower floors. The document is structured simply, serving as an informative guide for stakeholders involved in the medical center's communications infrastructure. This addendum is likely part of a larger planning or bidding process related to enhancing or updating the center's communication systems, aligning with typical practices in government RFPs for infrastructure improvements. Overall, this addendum underscores the focus on improving communication access and efficiency within medical operations, a key consideration in government facilities management.
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