DURESS EQUIPMENT FOR STAFF AND INFANT SECURITY
ID: 75H71025Q00159Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d4fb52f789ed4bfba8de58b1b0503e42/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for the provision and installation of duress equipment aimed at enhancing staff and infant security at the Northern Navajo Medical Center and Four Corners Regional Health Center in Shiprock, New Mexico. The procurement includes the installation of 900 duress buttons and 1,000 adult tags along with 100 infant tags, as well as clinical education and annual preventive maintenance services over a contract period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to improving safety measures within healthcare facilities through competitive solicitations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and promoting small business participation. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by May 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM DST, and can direct inquiries to Margaret Shirley at margaret.shirley@ihs.gov.

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    Margaret Shirley
    margaret.shirley@ihs.gov
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    12 Sol_75H71025Q00159.pdf
    The document outlines a federal solicitation for the Northern Navajo Medical Center, specifically for the provision and installation of Duress Buttons and Infant Security systems, including clinical education and annual preventive maintenance. The acquisition is classified as a small business set-aside, fostering opportunities for smaller enterprises. The total period of performance spans from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030, covering a base year and four one-year option periods for preventive maintenance services. The contract requires the contractor to handle installation and training of 900 duress buttons, alongside annual maintenance. Key conditions emphasize electronic invoicing and adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) guidelines, ensuring compliance and ethical standards throughout the contract's execution. Various clauses pertinent to federal procurements are incorporated, including compliance with small business regulations, service contract standards, and prohibitions involving specific telecommunications services. Overall, the document serves the purpose of ensuring the submission of competitive offers that meet the outlined specifications and regulations while promoting small business participation in federal contracts, particularly within healthcare systems. This initiative reflects the commitment to improving public health infrastructure through responsible procurement practices.
    Sol_75H71025Q00159_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document pertains to Amendment 0001 of Solicitation No. 75H71025Q00159, issued by the Northern Navajo Medical Center. It outlines changes to the solicitation process, including the extension of the offer submission deadline to May 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM DST. The amendment contains questions and responses related to the requirements for infant and staff security monitoring systems. Specifically, it clarifies the type and quantity of monitoring devices needed—1,000 adult tags and 100 infant tags for NNMC, along with similar specifications for other regional health centers. Additionally, the document provides a layout of the facility for the bidders to reference. The responses indicate a focus on in-facility monitoring for staff and infants, using wearable devices rather than fixed buttons. The context highlights the U.S. government's commitment to enhancing security measures in healthcare facilities through competitive solicitation processes, ensuring that all proposals meet specific health and safety requirements. Overall, this amendment serves as a formal communication to potential contractors detailing essential updates to the solicitation process.
    Sol_75H71025Q00159_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document outlines Amendment 0002 to a solicitation for a duress security system at the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM, aimed at enhancing staff and patient safety through improved technology. It details the amendment's purpose, which includes addressing questions raised, scheduling a site walkthrough, and extending the solicitation response deadline to May 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM MDT. The amendment confirms there is an existing overhead paging system and identifies that new wireless button technology will be used for staff emergency responses. A project timeline of 4 to 6 months is estimated for installation, training, and implementation of the new system, with existing infrastructure modifications outlined. Additionally, logistics for a site visit are provided, highlighting the importance of collaboration with clinical staff throughout the project. Overall, the amendment ensures that all terms remain unchanged while clarifying details relevant to potential contractors for the project.
    Sol_75H71025Q00159_Amd_0003.pdf
    The document is an amendment to solicitation number 75H71025Q00159, modifying the contract associated with the Northern Navajo Medical Center and the Four Corners Regional Health Center. The amendment addresses queries raised during a walkthrough on May 20, 2025, providing details on building specifications and information technology requirements. It confirms that the total square footage for the Northern Navajo Medical Center is 186,000 sq. ft. and for the Four Corners Regional Health Center is 118,123 sq. ft. Additionally, the amendment clarifies that the Dzilth-Na-O-Dilthe Health Center is no longer part of the requirements. The document also specifies that the solicitation's closing date remains unchanged as May 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM DST. Key concerns about network connectivity, security measures, and location descriptions have been addressed. Most notably, the focus is on the two locations, NNMC and FCRHC, while other previously considered locations and categories, such as infant bracelets and staff badges, have been deemed non-applicable or removed. Overall, this amendment ensures continuity in the procurement process while providing essential clarifications and updates to the interested contractors.
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