Sole Source Award Notice
ID: IHS1508774Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7e7ede63aee04b2f87663ded2987798e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is issuing a sole source contract to Steris Corporation for maintenance services of sterilization equipment at the Hopi Health Care Center in Polacca, Arizona. This procurement, valued at $172,074.48 for the year 2025, is essential for ensuring patient safety and infection control, as Steris is the only factory-authorized supplier capable of providing the necessary parts and services due to their proprietary technology. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements, although this is not a request for proposals, and the government retains the right to determine if a competitive procurement process is warranted. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Kerri Gilmore at Kerri.Gilmore@ihs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kerri Gilmore
    Kerri.Gilmore@ihs.gov
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    4. JOFOC - Steris Equipment (Signed).pdf
    The document outlines the justification and approval for a procurement action by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for maintenance services of sterilization equipment provided by Steris Corporation, which is the sole-source vendor. The acquisition is valued at $172,074.48 for the year 2025 and includes services essential for patient safety and infection control at the Hopi Health Care Center. The justification cites FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source—the Steris Corporation—can meet the agency's needs due to their proprietary technology and unique service capabilities. The document specifies that no competitive procurement is feasible because Steris is the only factory-authorized supplier of equipment parts and services, thus avoiding substantial costs associated with contracting alternative suppliers. Market research confirms the absence of other qualified sources. The document includes requisite signatures and certifications from program managers and contracting officers asserting the justification's completeness and accuracy. This procurement action reflects the government's priority to ensure quality healthcare services through specialized contracts rather than full and open competition.
    Notice of Award SS - IHS1508774.pdf
    The Government intends to grant a sole source contract to Steris Corporation for preventative maintenance and repair services for Steris sterilizer equipment at the Hopi Health Care Center. This action falls under NAICS code 811210 and is supported by FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), allowing solicitation from a single source. The notice clarifies that it is not a request for quotes or proposals, but invites interested vendors to submit capability statements for consideration. The Government retains the discretion to determine whether responses warrant a competitive procurement process. Additionally, responses to this notice will not be viewed as adequate bids for any potential solicitation, and organizations are advised not to include proprietary or sensitive information. The notice further emphasizes that the Government may use non-proprietary technical information received in future solicitations while maintaining the right to not acknowledge receipt or provide feedback. Overall, this notice outlines the procurement process for required services to ensure compliance and operational efficiency in healthcare support.
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