What this opportunity is
The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking sources for a service contract to provide preventative maintenance for Dentsply Sirona dental equipment at the Lawton Indian Hospital in Oklahoma. This opportunity is suited for small businesses with capabilities in medical equipment maintenance, particularly those certified by Dentsply Sirona. As a Sources Sought notice, interested firms should track this opportunity for potential future bidding, as it indicates the government is exploring options rather than actively soliciting proposals at this time.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Department of Health and Human Services
Indian Health Service
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Statement of Work (SOW)
Dentsply Sirona DS Core Care SERVICE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
1. PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
The Indian Health Service (IHS), a federal agency within the Department of Health and Human Services, is
responsible for providing federal health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. The mission of IHS is
to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest
level and assure that comprehensive, culturally acceptable personal and public health services are available and
accessible to members of the 574 federally recognized Tribes across the United States.
The Lawton Service Unit is a Joint Commission accredited federal facility in Oklahoma. To meet our mission,
Dentsply Sirona DS Core Care SERVICE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
is medical modality that has been deemed necessary to augment the services as such are necessary to support
and supplement health care within the hospital. The mission of the Lawton Service Unit is to deliver quality
care in order to attain positive health outcomes for all our valued patients with emphasis on cultural sensitivity
and human dignity.
Service contract is needed for Cerec Oral Scanner, Milling Unit, Prime Print, and Prime Print PPU 3D Printer
Service will include onsite PM’s; the manufacture Dentsply Sirona requires Certified Dentsply Sirona technicians to
perform PM's and repairs. Equipment is proprietary.
50LAB-74599 Dentsply Sirona Cerec Oral Scanner sn#116880
50LAB-74597 Dentsply Sirona Cerec Primemill sn#658336
50LAB-703356 Dentsply Sirona Cerec Primeprint sn#703356
50LAB-803369 Dentsply Sirona Cerec Primeprint PPU sn#803369
2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
The contractor shall provide 1-year comprehensive coverage for service and repair of Cerec Oral Scanner, Milling
Unit, Prime Print, and Prime Print PPU 3D Printer at a fixed annual rate.
3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
Approximately one year from estimated award date of 9/30/26. Option for four additional years as well.
4. LEVEL OF EFFORT
4.1. Dentsply Sirona will provide annual Scheduled Preventative Maintenance inspections in accordance with
Dentsply Sirona Cerec system current Preventative Maintenance Checklist
4.2. Unscheduled repair visits to correct equipment malfunctions, which include OEM replacement parts, travel, and
labor. Unscheduled repairs shall have a 48-hour on-site response time.
4.3. Access to service hotline in case of an emergency or another issue regarding technical or application
problems
4.4. Offeror shall provide technical support 24/7 to include unlimited calls for customer and service support. Phone
support shall have a 4-hour phone response time
4.5. Offeror shall provide services during normal business hours M-F 8AM – 5PM (CST) excluding Federal
Holidays
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Department of Health and Human Services
Indian Health Service
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5. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Offeror shall notify the Lawton Indian Hospital Biomedical Engineering Department prior to performing any
services.
5.2 In accordance with HHSAR 304.1301(a) HHS follows National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST) Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) Publication (PUB) Number 201-2, Personal Identity
Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors, and OMB implementation. Contractor employees will be
required to obtain a visitor’s pass upon arrival for services from Facilities Management. Offeror shall sign in/out at
the Security Office upon enter/exiting facility for service. (Security Clearance for on-site human services).
5.3 The US PHS Lawton Indian Hospital is a tobacco/smoke free environment (buildings and grounds). No
tobacco/smoking use will be tolerated during service.
5.4 Security Requirements: Contractor personnel will be required to contact the government designated point of
contact upon arrival when reporting for service calls or delivery supplies. The contractor shall be responsible for
the security of all organizational information. Current rules and regulations applicable to
5.5 The premises where the work shall be performed shall apply to the contractor and its employees while
working on the premises. These regulations include but are not limited to, escort by Lawton Indian Hospital
official, presenting valid identification, smoking restriction, and any safety procedures.
5.6 The contractor shall not disclose or cause to disseminate any information concerning operations of Lawton
Indian Hospital. Such action(s) could result in violation of the contract and possible legal actions.
5.7 All inquiries, comments, or complaints arising from any matter observed, experienced, or learned of as a
result of or in connection with the performance of the contract, the resolution of which may require the
dissemination of official information, shall be directed to the government’s designated representative.
6. DELIVERABLES AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
6.1 Delivery: The contractor will coordinate the delivery and installation date with the designated government
employee. The government will provide the contractor with dock access and building access for this sole
purpose. The designated government employee will work with the pertinent government agency (ices) to secure
the needed dock access. No deliveries can be made after 4:15pm. Driver needs a valid ID.
6.2 Reporting: The contractor shall submit a service report, and checklist if applicable, to the Lawton Service
Unit Biomedical Engineering Department within 5 business days after services rendered.
6.3 Contractor shall remit and original and two (2) copies of its invoice to:
IHS OKLAHOMA AREA
ATTN: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
701 Market Drive
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA 73114
6.4. Contractor shall also email invoice to: Jaclyn.Poolaw@ihs.gov
6.5 Contractor Point of Contact: The contractor shall furnish one designated point of contact (POC) to the
government’s designated representative for coordin…
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.