The Indian Health Service (IHS) Phoenix Area Office is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on the capacity of suppliers to provide specific Applied Medical Laparoscopy Supplies to the Phoenix Indian Medical Center in Arizona. This notice, which does not solicit proposals or guarantee contracts, seeks responses from Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), small businesses, and other firms capable of fulfilling the requirements.
The document details the specific medical supplies needed, including various types of trocars and insufflation needles, and provides the delivery address. Interested parties must submit a capability statement, indicating their business classification and past relevant performance, along with documentation demonstrating their status as authorized distributors. Priority will be given to ISBEE for procurement under the Buy Indian Act.
Interested vendors must respond by January 6, 2025, with key details including contact information, certification of eligibility, and their affiliation with recognized Indian tribes. This market research will inform the government's decision on whether to set-aside the requirement for ISBEE or open it for full competition.
The document outlines requirements under the Buy Indian Act, relevant to submissions for federal contracts by Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs). It serves as a self-certification form that affirmatively addresses eligibility criteria for enterprises owned by Indians, ensuring compliance throughout the solicitation, contract award, and project performance phases. Offerors must confirm their status as an IEE at various stages and provide immediate notification if this status changes. The document stresses the importance of truthful representation, as providing false information can lead to legal repercussions under federal law. Moreover, successful bidders must register with the System of Award Management (SAM). Overall, this form is essential for maintaining integrity and compliance within federal contracting processes related to Indian economic interests.