Urgent Warm Springs Service Unit Dental Vacuum, Compressor System, Removal, and Installation
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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 (IHS) is seeking an urgent Firm-Fixed-Price contract for the procurement, delivery, removal, and installation of a dental vacuum and compressor system for the Dental Department at the Warm Springs Service Unit (WSSU), Warm Springs, Oregon. This requirement is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. The existing systems have failed, causing an immediate disruption to dental services, necessitating expedited action. Quotes are due April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide new dental vacuum and compressor systems, including delivery, removal and proper disposal of existing equipment (Hitachi air compressors and Bison dental vacuum systems), installation of all required interface control assemblies and ancillary components, calibration, and operational verification. The scope also includes on-site training for clinic staff, provision of warranty documentation and user manuals, and coordination with Government personnel to minimize disruption. All work must comply with manufacturer specifications, OSHA Safety requirements, and applicable electrical and plumbing codes. Specific equipment requirements include AERAS 10-10/12-12 user capacity dental vacuum systems (or equal) and oil-free dental air compressors.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE)
- NAICS Code: 339114 – Dental Equipment and Supplies (Size Standard: 750 Employees)
- Response Deadline: April 13, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time
- Period of Performance: Begins on award date, with an estimated completion target of 15 calendar days, and up to 30 calendar days, from award. A one-year warranty is required post-acceptance.
- Place of Performance: Warm Springs Health & Wellness Center, Dental Department, 1270 Kot-Num Road, Warm Springs, OR 97761.
Key Requirements
- Installation requires coordination with a vendor representative, certified electrician, and licensed plumber.
- Compliance with Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) procedures, including dust containment and daily cleaning.
- Adherence to facility access, identification, and security protocols for all contractor personnel.
- Offerors must confirm compliance with all information, requirements, and conditions in the amendment when submitting a quote.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose quote represents the best value to the Government, considering price and non-price factors. The Government emphasizes the Offeror's ability to expeditiously deliver and install the systems.
- Factor 1 – Demonstrated Prior Experience: Evaluation of experience in providing and installing similar equipment, particularly in healthcare or dental environments, and performing work in active healthcare settings or remote/rural locations. Offerors may submit up to three recent projects.
- Factor 2 – Price: Evaluation of the total evaluated price based on the provided Pricing Schedule (Attachment No. 1), including all costs for labor, materials, equipment, delivery, installation, training, and warranty.
Submission Instructions
Quotes, including a completed price quote (Attachment No. 1), a technical submission addressing prior experience (max 5 pages), and a completed IEE Form (Attachment No. 3), must be submitted electronically to PORAOAcquisition@ihs.gov. The subject line must include solicitation number 75H71326Q00026 and the Offeror’s entity name.