Inactive Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services)

Sources Sought: - Philips Compact 5300W Ultrasound, Cart, OB/GYN Configuration, Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginally, DICOM Connecti... Sources Sought: - Philips Compact 5300W Ultrasound, Cart, OB/GYN Configuration, Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginally, DICOM Connectivity - Software: OB-GYN Configuration, DICOM connectivity: equipment, accessories, Trade-In, Warranty and On-site Training or equivalent. Sources Sought Notice Number: IHS1515804 This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, an obligation or commitment by the Indian Health Service. This notice is intended strictly for market research to determine the availability of Indian Small Businesses Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) and/or Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. The anticipated applicable NAICS code for this acquisition is 334510,- Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus; 423450 Medical, Dental and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers Dental Equipment and Supplies; and 33911, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing Industry Sector - other relevant NAICS codes will be considered based on responses received. BACKGROUND The Indian Health Service (IHS), Great Plains Area (GPA) location, located in Aberdeen, SD plans to identify potential sources that can provide brand name only medical equipment and supplies. The purpose of this request is to identify potential ISBEE and/or IEE vendors or contractors to purchase and deliver a new, Philips Compact 5300W Ultrasound, Cart, OB/GYN Configuration, Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginally, DICOM Connectivity - Software: OB-GYN Configuration, DICOM Connectivity or equivalent: equipment, accessories, Trade-In, Warranty and On-site Training. The equipment is for the IHS Pine Ridge Hospital, Pine Ridge, SD. 1.1 OBJECTIVE The primary objective of this project is to secure the purchase and delivery of a new, Philips Compact 5300W Ultrasound, Cart, OB/GYN Configuration, Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginally, DICOM Connectivity – Software: OB-GYN Configuration, DICOM Connectivity or equivalent to accommodate the IHS Pine Ridge Hospital, Pine Ridge, SD. SCOPE See attached Specifications and Statement of Work for a Philips Compact 5300W Ultrasound, Cart, OB/GYN Configuration, Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz, Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginally, DICOM Connectivity - Software: OB-GYN Configuration, DICOM Connectivity or equivalent identified below: Specifications System Monitor Minimum 15.6" 1920x1080 LCD panel Power 100-140 V, ~50-60 Hz, 250 VA AUX display port 1920x1080 resolution or better Connectors Ethernet Cart Cart base – unit comes with cart made by manufacturer for US model Wheels locking wheels steerable Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Integrated keyboard Premium cart Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Integrated keyboard Multiport adapter provides ports Small profile B/W video printer Three batteries to provide additional scanning time TRANSDUCERS (EITHER PHILIPS OR GE) PHILIPS TRANSDUCERS Mechanical Volume Transducer 6-2 MHz Article No. FUS5886 Curved Array Volumetric transducer with 6 to 2 MHz extended operating frequency range and lightweight ergonomic design, supporting high resolution 2D imaging; high resolution, quantitative, single sweep 3D volume acquisition, STIC and 4D imaging, for general purpose transabdominal obstetrical and abdominal applications Curved Transducer 6-2 MHz Article No. FUS5890 C6-2 Curved array transducer with 6 to 2 MHz extended operating frequency range. C6-2 Curved Array for high performance OB/GYN, Abdominal, Pediatric GI, Abdominal vascular and POC applications. Curved Transducer 9-4 MHz Endovaginal Article No. FUS5892 Curved array transducer with 9 to 4 MHz extended operating frequency range and 150-degree field of view. Supports 2D, color, PW Doppler, and Color Power Angio imaging for gynecological, obstetric, urology and fetal echo applications. GE TRANSDUCERS C1-5-RS Convex array probe Wideband Convex Array Probe. Applications vary depending on the ultrasound system and may include Abdominal, OB/GYN, Urology, and Vascular. Datasheets for specific ultrasound systems contain additional details including specific applications, biopsy availability, and additional probe technical specifications. RAB2-6-RS Real time 4d convex array probe Wideband Real Time 4D Convex Array Probe. Applications vary depending on the ultrasound system and may include Abdominal, OB/GYN, Small Parts, Peripheral Vascular, and Pediatric. Datasheets for specific ultrasound systems contain additional details including specific applications, biopsy availability, and additional probe technical specifications. RIC5-9A-RS Real Time 4D Microconvex Probe Wideband Real Time 4D Microconvex Array Intercavity Probe. Applications vary depending on the ultrasound system and may include OB/GYN and Urology . Datasheets for specific ultrasound systems contain additional details including specific applications, biopsy availability, and additional probe technical specifications. Warranty Requirement: Minimum 3 year warranty Training Requirement: Minimum 1 day on-site training CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS/ AND PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS (Not APPLICABLE) TYPE OF ORDER This is a firm fixed-price, commercial item, purchase order medical equipment and supplies. The unit price is an all-inclusive cost. All "inclusive cost" is defined to include travel, lodging, per diem, fringe benefits, i.e., life insurance, social security, federal, state, and local taxes, plus all other costs pertinent to the performance of this purchase. ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE Period of Performance: Delivery shall be made 90 days after the award. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE IHS Pine Ridge Hospital 607 Indian Health Road Pine Ridge, SD 57770 REPORT(S)/DELIVERABLES AND DELIVERY SCHEDULE Delivery shall be made 90 days after the award is distributed. PAYMENT INVOICE SUBMISSION AND PAYMENT Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) The Indian Health Service (IHS) is in the process of implementing an electronic invoicing system. In compliance with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) M-15-19 memorandum, Improving Government Efficiency and Saving Taxpayer Dollars Through Electronic Invoicing, directing Federal agencies to adopt electronic invoicing as the primary means to disburse payment to vendors. Invoices submitted under any award resulting from this solicitation will be required to utilize the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) in accordance with HHSAR 352.232-71, Electronic Submission and Processing of Payment Requests. IPP is a secure, web-based electronic invoicing system provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRSTL). Respondents to this solicitation are encouraged to register an account with IPP if they have not already done so. If your organization is already registered to use IPP, you will not be required to re-register- however, we encourage you make sure your organization and designated IPP user accounts are valid and up to date. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov If you require assistance registering or IPP account access, please contact the IPP Helpdesk at (866) 973-3131 (M-F 8AM to 6PM ET), or IPPCustomerSupport@fiscal.treasury.gov Should the contractor feel that use of the IPP would be unduly burdensome, their response to this solicitation should include an explanation of this position for a determination by the contracting officer. Additional Information: Anticipated Period of Performance: Period of Performance shall not be applicable but a delivery timeframe will be issued. Capability Statement/Information: B1. The Contractor must provide only new equipment and new parts for the required products described herein; no used, refurbished, or remanufactured equipment or parts shall be provided under any circumstances. Absolutely no Gray Market Goods or Counterfeit Electronic Parts shall be provided. Gray Market Goods are defined as genuine branded goods intentionally or unintentionally sold outside of an authorized sales-territory or by non-authorized dealers in an authorized territory. All equipment shall be accompanied by the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) warranty. Counterfeit Electronic Parts are defined as unlawful or unauthorized reproduction, substitution, or alteration that has been knowingly mismarked, misidentified, or otherwise misrepresented to be an authentic, unmodified electronic part from the original manufacturer, or a source with the express written authority of the original manufacturer or current design activity, including an authorized aftermarket manufacturer. Unlawful or unauthorized substitution includes used electronic parts represented as new, or the false identification of grade, serial number, lot number, date code, or performance characteristics. B2. Interested parties are expected to review this notice to familiarize itself with the requirements of this project. Failure to do so will be at your firm’s own risk. The following information shall be included in the capability statement: 1. Company Name and Company SAM Unique Entity identifier (UEI) number. 2. System for Award Management (SAM) registration status. All respondents must register on the SAM located at http://www.sam.gov . 3. Name, Telephone number and E-mail address of a company point of contact who has the authority and knowledge to clarify responses with government representatives. 4. Date Submitted 5. Applicable company GSA Schedule number or other available procurement vehicle. 6. Business Size Standard of Company (i.e. small business, 8(a), Woman owned, veteran owned, etc.). 7. Capability Statement: Detailed capability statement addressing the company’s qualifications and ability to provide the requirements listed herein, with appropriate and specific documentation supporting claims of recent organizational and staff capability to support this requirement. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. 8. Geographic Coverage: Please identify the areas of the United States where your organization provides this supplies/equipment. 9. References: Provide a list of all private industry or government contracts for similar items that you have delivered within the last 3 years. Please include the customers’ contact names, addresses, telephone number, dollar value of contract, and brief description of the supplies provided on the contract. 10. Specifications: Provide evidence that you can meet the attached Specifications. 11. Delivery/Logistics: Provide evidence that the item is readily available and can meet the Delivery timeframe. 12. Warranty: Provide evidence that the item has warranty options. 13. If American Indian/Native American owned small business, then complete attached IEE Representation Form. C Closing Statement C1. Point of Contact: Ursula Maslonka, Contract Specialist, at Ursula.Maslonka@ihs.gov C2. Submission Instructions: Interested parties shall submit capability via email to Ursula Maslonka, Contract Specialist, at Ursula.Maslonka@ihs.gov; the following information: Sources Sought Number IHS1515804 in the Subject line. The due date for receipt of statements is August 13, 2025, 9:00 am Central Time. All responses must be received by the specified due date and time in order to be considered. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of IHS. IHS does not intend to award a contract on the basis of responses nor otherwise pay for the preparation of any information submitted. As a result of this notice, IHS may issue a Request for Quote (RFQ). THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. However, should such a requirement materialize, no basis for claims against IHS shall arise as a result of a response to this notice or IHS’s use of such information as either part of our evaluation process or in developing specifications for any subsequent requirement. Disclaimer and Important Notes. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses received, a pre-solicitation synopsis and solicitation may be published in SAM.gov. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation. Confidentiality. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response.