Provision of Ultrasounds for the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MHSS)

SOL #: 19WA8026Q0004Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

State
State, Department Of
U.S. EMBASSY WINDHOEK
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

Windhoek, Namibia

NAICS

Medical (423450)

PSC

Electrical And Ultrasonic Erosion Machines (3410)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jan 9, 2026
2
Last Updated
Feb 3, 2026
3
Response Deadline
Feb 23, 2026, 3:00 PM

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 U.S. Embassy Windhoek, under the Department of State, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the provision of ultrasound machines, transducers, consumable supplies, training, and support for five Namibian Hospitals. This will result in a firm fixed-price contract. The solicitation is not yet issued but will be launched on SAM.gov.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for the provision of:

  • Ultrasound machines
  • Transducers
  • Consumable supplies
  • Training on the machines
  • Support for the machines These items and services are intended for five hospitals within Namibia, supporting the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MHSS).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (solicitation not yet issued)
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: February 23, 2026, 15:00Z
  • Published: January 9, 2026

Key Information for Offerors

  • SAM Registration: All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) prior to submitting an offer, pursuant to FAR provision 52.204-7. Prospective offerors are encouraged to register early.
  • Award Basis: The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion.
  • Tax Clause: This opportunity is subject to FAR 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB2021).
  • Submission: Electronic responses are permitted via email (not exceeding 15 MB per email). Alternatively, offers may be submitted physically at the U.S. Embassy Windhoek, 38 Metje Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia.

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact David Newton or Hilya Shikongo at whkproc@state.gov.

People

Points of Contact

David NewtonPRIMARY
Hilya ShikongoSECONDARY

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