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
Original Source
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
Files
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Versions
Version 2
Solicitation
Posted: Feb 3, 2026
Version 1Viewing
Pre-Solicitation
Posted: Jan 9, 2026