SOURCE SOUGHT NOTICE - JOHN DEERE 320 P-TIER BACKHOE LOADER
ID: IHS1508048Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6d932f3392e843ac82362061472cb6a6/view
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service, specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is conducting market research through a sources sought notice for the procurement of a John Deere 320 P-Tier Backhoe Loader. This opportunity aims to identify potential sources capable of fulfilling the government's requirement for construction machinery, with a focus on Indian Economic Enterprises as per the Buy Indian Act. The backhoe loader is essential for various infrastructure and public works projects, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with government standards. Interested parties are invited to submit their capability statements and relevant documentation to Janice Martinez at Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov by February 7th, 2025, as this is not a solicitation but a request for information to inform future acquisition strategies.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Janice Martinez
    (505) 786-6216
    Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov
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    TAB 3 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.docx
    The document outlines product specifications for the procurement of a John Deere 320 P-Tier Backhoe Loader, indicating that either the specified brand or an equivalent alternative will be accepted. Key aspects of the RFP include a focus on product features that align with government standards, ensuring the equipment meets operational requirements. The specifications likely serve as a guideline for potential suppliers to provide competitive bids that fulfill the needs of federal, state, or local government projects. This RFP reflects the government's commitment to maintaining efficient and effective machinery capability for various infrastructure and public works projects. Adherence to such procurement specifications is essential for compliance and accountability in government spending, highlighting the importance of transparency in the bidding process.
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