SOLICITATION: Disposable Oxygen Sensors for Pine Ridge IHS
ID: RFQ-PR25-001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is soliciting quotes for disposable oxygen sensors required for the Pine Ridge IHS Hospital in South Dakota. The procurement aims to acquire medical supplies that are compatible with various oximeter models, ensuring reliable monitoring for patients across different age categories, including adults, pediatrics, infants, and neonates. This initiative supports the broader goal of enhancing patient care through standardized medical equipment, while also promoting participation from Indian-owned businesses under the Buy Indian Act. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 4:00 pm MST on March 28, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Mary Baird at mary.baird@ihs.gov by March 24, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mary Baird
    (605) 867-3379
    (605) 867-3262
    mary.baird@ihs.gov
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    This document is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for medical supplies set aside exclusively for 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises, issued by the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service. Quotes are due by March 28, 2025, and must be submitted to the designated Purchasing Agent in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. The RFQ outlines a firm fixed-price purchase order for medical items, emphasizing that the quoted prices must be all-inclusive, covering various costs associated with contract performance. The award decision will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, requiring bidders to submit a completed SF-18 Request for Quotations, provide brand names, and complete specific Indian Health Service forms related to the Buy Indian Act. Questions must be submitted in writing by March 24, 2025. Overall, the document details the procurement process, eligibility requirements for bidders, and the legal obligations under the Buy Indian Act, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while promoting participation from Indian-owned businesses. This RFQ reflects the federal government’s commitment to support Native American enterprises in health service provision.
    The document outlines specifications for disposable SpO2 sensors compatible with Nellcor Oximax devices. It lists replacements for various models and specifies compatibility with several oximeter variants from manufacturers such as Medtronic, Draeger, and GE. The sensors are designed for different patient categories: adults (66 lbs. and over), pediatrics (22 lbs. and over), infants (2.3 lbs. to 44 lbs.), and neonatal/adult sizes (less than 6.6 lbs. or over 66 lbs.). They fall under the categories of pulse oximeter and pulse oximetry sensors. The purpose of this specification is to standardize sensor requirements in response to government RFPs or procurement initiatives, ensuring that healthcare providers have access to compatible and standardized monitoring equipment. This alignment supports the broader goal of improving patient care in various healthcare settings through reliable monitoring technology.
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