INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - ACCU CHECK METERS
ID: IHS1507895Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICERockville, MD, 20852, US

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/e1f7eff505324b689d2496acc60d150a/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Roche Diagnostics Corporation for the procurement of Accu-check glucometers at the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in New Mexico. This acquisition is necessitated by exclusive licensing agreements that ensure compatibility with existing equipment and supplies, thereby avoiding substantial duplication of costs and delays in fulfilling the requirement. The Accu-check glucometers are critical for diabetes management within the healthcare facility, ensuring continuity of care for patients. Interested parties may submit their capabilities to Janice Martinez via email by February 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, although the government is under no obligation to respond to submissions.

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    Janice Martinez
    (505) 786-6216
    Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov
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