Remove_Replace_Fountains_SantaFeIndianHealthCenter

2026-11-03

1 . PURPOSEThe Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service ( AAIHS ), Santa Fe Indian Health Center ( SFIHC ) has a requirement to remove and replace all existing drinking fountains throughout the Santa Fe Indian Health Center with new Brand Name Elkay ezH2O Enhanced refrigerated , filtered , stainless steel bottle - filling stations . One bi - level ADA model ( LZSTL8WSVRSK ) will be installed at the main hospital clinic entrance . Twelve single ADA models ( LZS8WSVRSK ) will be installed in the other designated campus locations identified in the attached floor plan . The contractor shall also furnish three years ’ worth of OEM replacement filters for all units ( WaterSentry 6000 gal Model 51600C and WaterSentry 3000 gal Model 51300C , as appropriate for each model ) for preventive maintenance stock ., Santa Fe , New Mexico . 2 . APPLICABLE STANDARDSAll work shall comply with the following standards :- NFPA 70 ( National Electrical Code )- Uniform Plumbing Code ( UPC )- ADA and ICC A117 . 1 Accessibility Standards - ASHRAE 18 for cooler capacity performance - IHS Safety and Infection Control Policy for construction activities - Manufacturer installation instructions and warranty requirements per Elkay specifications3 . PRODUCTS AND MATERIALSEquipment3 . 1 Bi - Level Unit ( 1 each ): Elkay ezH2O Enhanced Model LZSTL8WSVRSK Filtered Refrigerated Stainless .- 8 . 0 GPH chilling capacity - Hands - free sensor - activated bottle filler with LED illumination - Vandal - resistant bubblers with push bar activation - Built - in NSF / ANSI 42 , 53 , 372 & 401 filter system - ADA compliant bi - level configuration3 . 2 Single Units ( 12 each ): Elkay ezH2O Enhanced Model LZS8WSVRSK Filtered Refrigerated Stainless .- 8 . 0 GPH chilling capacity - Hands - free sensor activation and visual filter monitor - Stainless finish with vandal - resistant bubbler3 . 3 Filtration SystemFilter Model 51600C ( WaterSentry 6000 Gal High - Capacity )- Used in all single - unit installations ( LZS8WSVRSK ).- NSF / ANSI 42 , 53 , 372 , and 401 certified for reduction of lead , microplastics , Class 1 particulates , cysts , and chlorine taste / odor .- Rated for 6 , 000 gallons or 12 months of service life .- High - capacity filter minimizes maintenance and replacement frequency in high - traffic areas . Filter Model 51300C ( WaterSentry 3000 Gal Standard - Capacity )- Used in the bi - level unit installation ( LZSTL8WSVRSK ).- NSF / ANSI 42 , 53 , 372 , and 401 certified for the same contaminant reduction performance as the 51600C .- Rated for 3 , 000 gallons or 12 months of service life .- OEM filter supplied with each bi - level unit and compatible with the Elkay ezH2O Versatile Bi - Level ADA Cooler configuration . Updated Stocking Requirement : In addition to installing filters upon installation , the contractor shall furnish an additional three ( 3 ) years ’ worth of OEM replacement filters for all installed units — providing the appropriate number of Model 51600C filters for the twelve ( 12 ) single - station units and Model 51300C filters for the one ( 1 ) bi - level unit — to support preventive maintenance changeouts and facility stock . 4 . WORK REQUIREMENTS4 . 1 Pre - Installation : Coordinate with IHS Facilities Maintenance and OEHE staff to confirm all fountain locations on - site .- Verify electrical and plumbing connections are available and meet manufacturer requirements .- Submit product data sheets and installation shop drawings for approval before procurement . 4 . 2 Removal and Disposal : - Disconnect and remove all existing drinking fountains and mounting hardware .- Cap plumbing and electrical as needed during installation phasing .- Dispose of all removed fixtures off - site in accordance with local and federal waste management regulations .- Ensure no disruption to clinical operations and maintain infection control barriers as required by PCRA protocols . 4 . 3 Installation : - Install new Elkay units per manufacturer ’ s specifications .- Verify proper alignment , secure wall mounting , and GFCI - protected electrical connection .- Test for leaks , drainage function , and cooling performance .- Program each unit ’ s LED filter monitor and Green Ticker ™ display .- Provide cleaning and surface sanitization after installation . Contractor will provide all equipment , tools , and labor to accomplish duties for this project . 4 . 4 Warranty and Documentation :- Provide manufacturer ’ s warranty documentation ( 5 years on refrigeration system , 1 year on electrical and water systems ).- Deliver as - built installation records showing unit locations and serial numbers .- Supply filter inventory list with changeout schedule for three years . 5 . DELIVERABLES - 1 bi - level filtered stainless unit installed ( Main Hospital Entrance )- 12 single filtered stainless units installed ( various buildings per floor plan )- 36 replacement filters ( 51600C and 51300C ) provided for preventive maintenance stock - Removal and off - site disposal of 13 existing fountains - Operation and maintenance manuals and training for Facilities staff . 6 . QUALITY ASSURANCEAll equipment shall be new and factory - tested . Installation work will be subject to inspection by IHS FacilitiesMaintenance and OEHE representatives . Contractor must perform final commissioning to verify systemperformance and sanitary operation . 7 . SCHEDULEWork shall be completed within 90 days of Notice to Proceed , including removal , installation , testing , and finalacceptance . 8 . SAFETY AND INFECTION CONTROLThe contractor shall adhere to IHS PCRA and infection control protocols during all installation activities within clinicalareas . Dust barriers , negative air control , and noise management measures shall be implemented to protect patientsand staff . HOURS OF OPERATION & PLACE OF DELIVERY : Hours of operation will be M - F from 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM . The Contractor shall provide to the following facility : Santa Fe Indian Health CenterAttn : Nursing Department1700 Cerrillos RoadSanta Fe , NM 87505CONTRACTING OFFICER ’ S RESPRSENTATIVE ( COR )/ POINT OF CONTACT ( POC ): The Contractor shall verify all equipment information and coordinate delivery with the COR / ACOR as follows : Travis Snyder , travis . snyder @ ihs . gov , ( 505 ) 946 - 9209 . Eric Wright , eric . wrignt @ ihs . gov ( 505 ) 946 - 9207 . STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES : Locate eligible and qualified Small Business Indian Firms to support IHS procurement needs underNAICS code : 333248 – All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing . Utilize the information received with future acquisition planning efforts and potential Buy Indian set aside . HOW TO RESPOND : This is a sources sought notice under the authority of the Buy Indian Act . The Indian Health Service ( IHS ) is attempting to locate qualified and eligible Small Business Indian Firms , “ Native American Indian Owned and Operated businesses ,” that can provide services / supplies to the Indian Health Service . This is a request for information only , this is not a solicitation . Responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract . Any information submitted by respondents to this notice is strictly voluntary with no obligation or incurred cost by the government . Provide with response – E - mail response . Shall be in a printer friendly format , Word or PDF , 8x11 page size , 5 - page limit . Certification as a Small Business Indian Firm . The government is ONLY interested in Small Business Indian Firms . ( See attached Representative Form ). The government requests that interested parties respond to this notice if applicable and identify your business status to the identified NAICS code . Prospective vendors shall be properly registered in SAM . gov ; this includes proper registration as aSmall Business Indian Firmand if eligible , registered as applicable small business certifications ( e . g . HUBZone , 8 ( a ), Service Disabled Veteran Owned , Veteran Owned , Women - Owned , Small Disadvantaged ), in order for IHS to issue an award and claim procurement actions with eligible Small Business Indian Firms . Provide detailed capabilities statement , website , and e - catalog as it pertains to333248 – All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing . Provide Unique Entity Identifier ( UEI ) created in SAM . gov registration . Identify Business Size : Small Business Indian Firm , Small Businesses or a Large Indian - Owned Firm . GSA / FSS contract holders – provide GSA / FSS / VA or other GWAC contract number , only if applicable .

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