Request for Information: Maintenance Services for Mobile Dental Unit

The Defense Health Agency (DHA), Healthcare Contracting Division - West, is conducting market research to identify potential contractors for maintenance services for a Mobile Dental Unit (MDU). This Request for Information (RFI) seeks qualified automotive repair shops within 70 miles of Bremerton, Washington, capable of providing comprehensive maintenance for a 2014 International 440 MDU with approximately 8,585 miles. The specific maintenance requirements include oil and filter changes, tire inspections, electrical system checks, fluid monitoring, brake inspections, air conditioning service, minor body repairs, and transmission maintenance. Interested contractors must have certified mechanics, valid Washington state business licenses, and the ability to provide detailed inspection reports with recommended actions. The RFI requires respondents to complete a questionnaire and submit it by 9:00 AM Pacific on January 2, 2025, to Julie.a.thomas58.civ@health.mil.

This is not a formal solicitation and places no obligation on the government to issue a future contract. The opportunity falls under NAICS category 811111 (General Automotive Repair) with a size standard of $9.0 million, and there are no specific set-aside designations for this market research effort. Respondents must indicate their business size status and any socioeconomic designations, and include current pricing schedules and commercial documentation demonstrating their capabilities. The RFI seeks to gather information about potential contractors' qualifications, pricing, and ability to perform the specified maintenance services for the mobile dental unit. Contractors will be evaluated based on their technical capabilities, geographical proximity, mechanical expertise, and ability to comprehensively inspect and maintain the specialized vehicle.