Zeiss Ophthalmic Equipment
ID: IHS1510291SSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

PSC

OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6540)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fa30629aaf284ac6aa23315d1dea2adb/view
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS), Phoenix Area Office, is seeking contractors to procure new ophthalmic equipment for various delivery locations, including the Peach Springs Health Center and the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. The procurement includes specific equipment such as Carl Zeiss Humphrey Field Analyzers, Cirrus HD OCTs, Retinal Cameras, a Slit Lamp, and an IOL Master, with all items required to be new and sourced from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) authorized dealers to ensure compliance with warranty and service standards. This initiative is part of IHS's commitment to enhancing health services for Native communities, and interested vendors must submit their responses by April 9, 2025, to Phillip Wendzillo at phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov or by phone at 602-364-5012.

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    Phillip Wendzillo
    (602) 364-5012
    phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS), Phoenix Area Office, is seeking contractors for the procurement of new ophthalmic equipment designated for multiple delivery locations, including the Peach Springs Health Center and the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. The request outlines specific equipment needs, such as Carl Zeiss Humphrey Field Analyzers, Cirrus HD OCTs, Retinal Cameras, a Slit Lamp, and an IOL Master, with detailed specifications on the required quantities and delivery sites. Important criteria include that all equipment must be new, with no remanufactured or gray market items, and vendors must be Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) authorized dealers to ensure warranty and service compliance. The request emphasizes that responses should identify the socio-economic status of responding businesses, as it aims to evaluate the potential for small business set-asides. The document serves as a Sources Sought rather than a formal Request for Proposal (RFP), to determine market interest and assist in future procurement strategies. Responses are to be submitted by April 9, 2025, to the designated contact. This initiative highlights IHS's commitment to improving health services for Native communities through efficient contracting practices.
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