Automated MedStation
ID: IHS1488502Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

CABINETS, LOCKERS, BINS, AND SHELVING (7125)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/27168e25360e49ea995d438b0e558795/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is exploring potential sources for an important project: the Automated MedStation. This sources sought notice is issued for market research purposes only, with the government seeking capability information from potential suppliers.

    The focus of this initiative is to procure an automated medical station for the Four Corners Regional Healthcare Center located in Red Mesa, AZ. The IHS is particularly interested in hearing from Indian Economic Enterprises, as the project falls under the Buy Indian Act. Businesses that can demonstrate their ability to meet this requirement are encouraged to respond with their capabilities.

    This opportunity is associated with the NAICS code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and has a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Companies should confirm their eligibility under this NAICS code or provide a rationale for an alternative code.

    Interested parties should possess the capacity to provide the healthcare center with the required equipment and submit a capabilities package by the deadline. The information requested includes confirmation of the applicable Buy-Indian set-aside status, intent to participate as a prime contractor, and completion of the IHS representation form for Indian Economic Enterprises.

    It's important to note that this is not a request for proposals, and the government does not assume any financial responsibility for response costs. Verni Harrison-Yazza, the contract specialist, is the point of contact for this opportunity. Responses are due by August 5, 2024.

    IHS will use the information received to determine the acquisition strategy and set aside type. Businesses that wish to participate should carefully review the requirements and submit the requested information to the point of contact.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Verni Harrison-Yazza
    verni.harrison-yazza@ihs.gov
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