Panoramic Dental X-Ray Unit with Service Maintenance Agreement for the Indian Health Service, Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center
ID: 285-25-RFQ-0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

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 Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Panoramic Dental X-Ray Unit along with a Service Maintenance Agreement for the Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center located in Charles City, Virginia. The procurement includes the delivery, setup, and installation of the x-ray unit, which is essential for enhancing dental services for Native populations in the region, as well as ongoing support and maintenance for five years post-installation. This initiative aims to improve dental diagnostics and health outcomes for federally recognized tribes in Virginia. Interested vendors must express their interest by submitting the required documentation to Courtney Davis at courtney.davis@ihs.gov by the specified deadline, with the anticipated delivery date for the equipment set for no earlier than December 1, 2024.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) document serves as a self-certification form under the Buy Indian Act, designed for Offerors to confirm their status as an "Indian Economic Enterprise." The form requires the Offeror to certify their eligibility at various stages: at the time of the offer, during contract award, and throughout the contract's performance period. Should the Offeror no longer meet the eligibility criteria at any point, they must notify the Contracting Officer immediately. Furthermore, it emphasizes that to be eligible for contracts set aside under the Buy Indian Act, Offerors must register with the System of Award Management (SAM). The document warns against submitting false information, outlining legal repercussions for false claims both during the offer process and contract execution. The structure includes sections for the Offeror's representation of their eligibility and a section for signatures and business information. This notice aims to ensure compliance with federal regulations and maintain integrity in contracting with Indian Economic Enterprises.
    The Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center (MATHC) seeks to acquire a panoramic dental x-ray unit to enhance dental services for Virginia's Native populations. Operated by the Indian Health Service (IHS), the MATHC aims to provide comprehensive health care to federally recognized tribes in the region, including primary care, behavioral health, and dental services. The purchase will include a 3D/2D panoramic x-ray machine, installation, ongoing support, and maintenance for five years post-installation. The contractor must ensure the machine meets specific technical specifications, including various imaging modalities, full accessibility, and compliance with digital imaging systems. Additionally, they must provide training for staff and have prompt response capabilities for technical issues. The equipment must be delivered by December 1, 2024, to the recently established clinic in Charles City, VA. This procurement demonstrates the commitment to improving dental diagnostics and ultimately enhancing health outcomes for Native communities in Virginia.
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