Equipment – Sonosite PX Ultrasound System
ID: SS-CPSU-25-1511820Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b9f8b7b3b98e4ea8a15ed223d6fbf113/view
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service, specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of a Sonosite PX Ultrasound System. This sources-sought notice aims to gather information from qualified vendors to assist in fulfilling the government's requirement for this medical imaging equipment, which is crucial for healthcare delivery in the region. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their company profiles and capabilities by April 21, 2025, to Brenda Joe at brenda.joe@ihs.gov, ensuring compliance with the Buy Indian Act and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). This opportunity is set aside for Indian-owned economic enterprises, and submissions must include relevant documentation to verify eligibility.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brenda Joe
    (505) 786-6217
    brenda.joe@ihs.gov
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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form serves as a self-certification mechanism for Offerors participating in solicitations under this Act. This form verifies that the Offeror qualifies as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as defined by relevant regulations. To maintain eligibility, Offerors must meet this definition at the time of their offers, contract awards, and throughout the contract duration. They are required to inform the Contracting Officer if they no longer qualify. Additionally, all successful bidders must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). Providing false information during this process violates federal laws, subjecting individuals to criminal and civil penalties. The form requires the signature of the 51% owner of the enterprise, along with details regarding their tribal affiliation and business registration. Overall, the document underscores the significance of compliance and eligibility under the Buy Indian Act for award of federal contracts.
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