Sterilization Systems Repair and Preventative Maintenance
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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. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Indian Health Service (IHS), Bemidji Area, intends to issue a sole source Firm Fixed Priced Contract to Steris for Sterilization Systems Repair and Preventative Maintenance at the Red Lake Service Unit, Red Lake, MN, and the Cass Lake Service Unit, Cass Lake, MN. This action is based on Steris being the only authorized service provider for their proprietary equipment. Responses from interested parties are due by June 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers planned maintenance and repair services for central sterilization equipment. Specifically, it includes:
- 4 AMSCO 400 Sterilizers
- 2 AMSCO 3052 single-chamber washers
- 2 AMSCO 2532 single-chamber washers
- AMSCO drying cabinet
- 2 SCALE BACK PRO filter systems
- 3 ACU-SINQ 2 chemistry dosing systems
- AMSCO IW ECO 5.2 GAL Ultrasonic Cleaner Maintenance will be performed four times per year.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced (Sole Source Intent)
- Intended Contractor: Steris
- Period of Performance: Base year plus 4 option years
- Estimated Total Value: $532,688.64 (including all options, per J&A)
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Product/Service Code: J065 – Maintenance, repair and rebuilding for Equipment-Medical
- Response Due: June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: May 13, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The sole source action is justified under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.501(a), citing only one source reasonably available. Steris is the sole manufacturer and authorized service provider for the specified equipment, possessing proprietary service software and exclusive access required for internal programming and full service. Market research confirmed no other sources could provide the necessary level of service.
Action for Interested Parties
This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive quotes. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit a quote to the Contract Specialist. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence, including technical capabilities and other information, demonstrating the ability to meet the Government's needs and that competition would be advantageous.