In Row Cooling and UPS System

The Indian Health Service (IHS), a civilian agency within the Department of Health and Human Services, is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement for maintenance services at the Fort Thompson Health Center Data Center. The procurement focuses on comprehensive maintenance for In-Row Cooling systems, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), and battery replacement for the IT department. This market research tool aims to identify contractor capabilities and capacity for potential future solicitation. The announcement is strictly for acquisition planning purposes and does not constitute a formal request for proposal, with responses being voluntary and not affecting future bidding opportunities. Contractors submitting information will have their proprietary data safeguarded according to government regulations, with the primary goal of collecting and analyzing market capabilities.

The opportunity is designated as a Competitive 8(a) set-aside, targeting small businesses within the 423740 NAICS category for Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers. The contract will cover a one-year period from the award date, with services to be performed at the Fort Thompson, SD location. Services will include comprehensive equipment audits, annual preventive maintenance, and onsite remedial services performed by CPCS certified technicians. Maintenance activities will be conducted during normal business hours and involve detailed visual and electronic inspections, equipment status monitoring, diagnostic procedures, repairs, and battery removal/disposal. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract emphasizes maintaining critical data center infrastructure and minimizing potential equipment failure risks through systematic maintenance protocols.