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Apr 21, 2025, 7:06 PM UTC
The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a GE Prodigy P11 bone density imaging system, including delivery, installation, training, and warranty. This solicitation is reserved exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises, requiring respondents to be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Offers must be comprehensive, covering all equipment and services without splitting the contract. Only new equipment from authorized dealers is acceptable, ensuring OEM warranty and service standards are met. The delivery location is the Whiteriver Service Unit in Arizona, and invoicing must be executed electronically using the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Quotes are due by April 28, 2025. The selection criteria prioritize technical solutions, past performance, and pricing to determine the best value for the government. This document embodies federal procurement standards, seeking to enhance healthcare service delivery in compliance with applicable regulations, including those consistent with small business set-asides and electronic invoicing mandates.
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Mar 24, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify potential contractors for the procurement of a new GE Prodigy P11 DEXA imaging unit for the Whiteriver Service Unit in Arizona. This request emphasizes that only new equipment will be considered, and vendors must be authorized dealers to ensure OEM warranty and service coverage. The request supports market research for a possible Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP), assessing whether a small business set-aside is appropriate per the Buy Indian Act. Interested vendors are asked to respond with their socio-economic status and must include proof of authorization as an equipment distributor. Payment for the procurement will be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), adhering to specific invoicing regulations. Responses must be submitted to the designated IHS contact by April 2, 2025. This notice forms part of IHS’s effort to streamline the procurement process while supporting Native-owned businesses.