Electrocardiogram (EKG) machines
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Indian Health Service, Gallup Service Unit, under the Department of Health and Human Services, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify capable firms for providing fifteen (15) new 12-lead Electrocardiogram (EKG) machines. These machines are required to support inpatient and outpatient clinical services at the Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC) in Gallup, NM. The primary focus is on identifying Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) or small (ISBEE), though other capable firms are also invited to respond. This is market research to inform future acquisition strategy, not a solicitation. Responses are due by May 28, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for the provision of fifteen (15) new 12-lead EKG machines. These devices are critical for supporting the clinical services offered at GIMC. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 6515 – Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research purposes.
- Set-Aside: This opportunity primarily targets the Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services). The Contracting Officer will consider responses for Buy Indian Act opportunities first, then for set-aside programs under the Small Business Act.
- Purpose: To identify potential sources, determine competition levels, and locate Indian-owned economic enterprises to inform the acquisition strategy.
- SAM.gov: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time an offer or quotation is submitted and at the time of award.
Submission Requirements & Deadline
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM MT.
- Submission Method: Email responses to Kimberly Livingston at Kimberly.livingston2@ihs.gov.
- Email Subject Line: "SSN – GIMC – EKG Machines – IHS1523699".
- Required Information:
- Company Profile: Include UEI, Name, Address, Primary Point of Contact (POC) information, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), and identification of Native American ownership.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the described requirement, including relevant current and past performance history or established contracts (e.g., GSA or VA Schedule).
- IEE/ISBEE Specific: Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs) must also submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form. This form serves as a self-certification of IEE status under the Buy Indian Act.
- Contact: Kimberly Livingston (kimberly.livingston2@ihs.gov). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and is not a solicitation. The government will not assume financial responsibility for any costs incurred in response to this request for information. No feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.