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Notice of Intent to Restrict Competition - Henry Schein Dental Vacuums
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The Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, Crownpoint Service Unit plans to award a sole-source contract to Henry Schein for the purchase of two dental vacuums to support Joint Commission readiness at the Pueblo Pintado Health Clinic. The acquisition, valued below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, is restricted to Henry Schein due to the existing use of their equipment at the clinic, ensuring operational continuity, standardized training, and consistent maintenance practices. Clinical and technical staff are already proficient with the current Henry Schein model, reducing the risk of errors and eliminating the need for retraining. The procurement falls under NAICS code 339114 for Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, and the decision to limit competition is based on the critical need to meet infection control and patient safety standards ahead of the upcoming Joint Commission survey. The contract opportunity is identified under solicitation number IHS1525439, with a response deadline of June 19, 2026, and a posting date of June 4, 2026. The primary point of contact is Janice Martinez, Supervisory Contract Specialist, reachable via email at Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov or phone at 505-786-6216. While the government retains full discretion to assess responses and determine whether to proceed with a single-source award or open competition, the intent is to proceed with Henry Schein to maintain equipment compatibility and ensure uninterrupted service at the Pueblo Pintado Health Clinic in Crownpoint, New Mexico.
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Crownpoint, NM, 87313, USASet-Aside
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The Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, Crownpoint Service Unit (CPSU) in Crownpoint, NM intends to restrict competition and negotiate an award with Henry Schein (UEI: D6MTSKS115L9) for the purchase of (2) dental vacuums.
The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 339114 – Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
In accordance with RFO 12.102(a), for acquisitions valued at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, competition will be restricted to Henry Schein in preparation for Joint Commission Readiness. Crownpoint Service Unit is currently preparing for Joint Commission survey activities and must ensure that dental treatment areas meet applicable standards for equipment functionality, infection prevention, and patient safety. CPSU must install two (2) dental vacuums located at Pueblo Pintado Health Clinic (PPHC) prior to and in preparation for Joint Commission readiness. PPHC currently utilizes dental vacuum system that was supplied by Henry Schein. Procuring the same manufacturer and model of dental vacuum equipment provides significant operational and technical advantages to CPSU. Standardization of equipment throughout the clinic promotes consistency in operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and staff training. Clinical and maintenance personnel are already familiar with the existing Henry Schein dental vacuum system, minimizing the need for additional training and reducing the risk of operational errors.
A determination by the Government on whether to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competition or proceed with a single-source award.
Primary Point of Contact:
Janice Martinez, Supervisory Contract Specialist
Email: Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov
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