Notice of Intent to Award - Whiteriver Service Unit Steam Sterilizer, Reverse Osmosis, Washer Equipment Preventive Maintenance

The Government, through the Phoenix Area Office of Indian Health Services, intends to award a sole source, firm fixed price purchase order to Getinge USA Sales, LLC for preventive maintenance services on Steam Sterilizers, Reverse Osmosis systems, and Washer Equipment specifically manufactured by Getinge, located at the Whiteriver Service Unit in Arizona. This action is taken under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), permitting sole source procurement without soliciting competing offers, and is designated as a Buy Indian Act set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), giving priority to qualified Indian Economic Enterprises to the maximum extent possible. The contracting office requires all vendors to self-certify eligibility using the official IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form, with eligibility to be maintained throughout the offer phase, contract award, and entire performance period; any failure to remain eligible must be immediately reported to the Contracting Officer. False or misleading certifications are subject to criminal penalties under U.S. Code and financial penalties under the False Claims Act. All maintenance work must strictly utilize original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and services, with no remanufactured or gray market components permitted under any circumstances, as their delivery constitutes a material breach of contract. The contractor must be an authorized OEM, dealer, distributor, or reseller of Getinge equipment, with documentation provided to verify authorization and ensure full OEM warranty and service obligations are upheld. The work is to be performed at 200 West Hospital Drive, Whiteriver, Arizona, and contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with all applicable FAR 4.12 electronic representations and certifications. Although the purchase order type and scope are clearly defined, specific pricing, line-item details, and performance period durations are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation documentation, as this notice serves solely as a market research tool to confirm vendor capability prior to award, and is not a request for quotes or proposals.