Sources Sought for StealthStation ENT Navigation System
ID: IHS1507753Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

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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    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS), specifically the Phoenix Area Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide specific MEDTRONIC equipment or equivalent for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. The procurement includes items such as the Stealthstation ENT Navigation System and various associated kits and instrument sets, aimed at enhancing medical capabilities within the facility. This opportunity is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), emphasizing the importance of supporting Native-owned small businesses in federal contracting. Interested vendors must submit their responses by February 11, 2025, to Phillip Wendzillo at phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov, ensuring they meet the eligibility criteria as authorized distributors and provide necessary documentation regarding their socio-economic status.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking to identify contractors capable of providing new MEDTRONIC equipment or equivalent for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. This is part of a Sources Sought announcement aimed at market research rather than a formal Request for Proposal. Only OEM authorized dealers or distributors are eligible to submit proposals, and all equipment must come with a manufacturer's warranty. Interested vendors must provide proof of their status as authorized distributors. The response should detail the vendor's socio-economic status as per Small Business Administration standards since this procurement is set aside for Native-owned small businesses under the Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). Payment will be processed through the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) following specific submission guidelines. Responses are required by February 11, 2025, directed to Phil Wendzillo via email. This announcement serves to inform interested parties about the procurement process and ensure compliance with federal guidelines while facilitating potential small business participation.
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