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The Indian Health Service is seeking a provider for the equipment and installation of a water softener. This opportunity is currently listed as a forecast, indicating a planned future requirement for these services. The primary points of contact for this project are Jeremy Killsnight, serving as the Program Point of Contact, and Deeandra Salabye, who is the designated Contracting Officer. Further details regarding the solicitation can be found through the official HHS opportunity forecast portal.

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Indian Health Service forecast for water softener equipment and installation services.

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Indian Health ServiceView Agency

NAICS

238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning ContractorsView NAICS

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USA

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AgencyIndian Health Service

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Jeremy Killsnight

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Deeandra SalabyeContracting Officer

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Provide equipment and installation of water softener.

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