Dental Autoclaves

The Indian Health Service is forecasting the need to replace three dental autoclaves nearing end of life, with the acquisition designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA program, ensuring eligibility exclusively for small businesses. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 339114, which pertains to medical equipment and supplies manufacturing, indicating the requirement is for specialized dental sterilization units that meet current regulatory and operational standards. The opportunity is posted with no scheduled solicitation number, signaling it is a preliminary forecast for future funding and planning purposes, and the place of performance remains unspecified, likely to be determined upon award. The primary point of contact for program inquiries is Kip Martin, reachable at kippy.martin@ihs.gov, while Shelton Bruce, the Contracting Officer, serves as the official representative for procurement matters and can be contacted at shelton.bruce@ihs.gov. The forecast was published on May 25, 2026, and potential vendors are encouraged to monitor the official HHS OSDBU portal for updates, as this item is anticipated to proceed through formal solicitation in the near term. No additional details regarding delivery timelines, technical specifications, or budget estimates are provided at this stage, but interested parties should prepare to meet SBA small business certification requirements and respond to subsequent solicitations.