Hospital flooring and supplies - 5-year Blanket Purchase agreement
ID: IHS1511639Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Other Millwork (including Flooring) (321918)

PSC

PLYWOOD AND VENEER (5530)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking quotes for a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for flooring supplies, with a focus on Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). The procurement encompasses a variety of flooring products, including specific colors and installation supplies, as detailed in the associated inventory listing. These materials are essential for fulfilling flooring installation projects within the Indian Health Service, ensuring quality and compliance with federal standards. Interested vendors must submit their bids by May 28, 2025, and can contact Phillip Wendzillo at phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov or 602-364-5012 for further information.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is soliciting quotes for the purchase of a new backhoe with a trade-in allowance, as outlined in solicitation #IHS1501639. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is targeted exclusively at Small Business Indian Economic Enterprises and requires bidders to be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The procurement includes a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for flooring supplies, stating that the bid must cover all aspects of the request. The backhoe must be new, not remanufactured, and vendors must provide proof of being an authorized dealer, ensuring warranty support from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Bids are to be delivered to the Phoenix Indian Medical Center, with a clear electronic invoicing process mandated through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) to facilitate efficient payments. The due date for quotes is set for May 28, 2025. The contract will be awarded based on the best value to the government, considering price and technical merits, alongside past performance evaluations. Compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses is required, reflecting a structured approach to government procurement processes aimed at ensuring fairness and transparency in awarding contracts.
    The document is a detailed inventory listing various flooring products from Continental Flooring and associated supplies. It includes color names, manufacturers, product models, and corresponding product numbers. The items listed, such as "Tea Garden Green" and "Pomegranate Red," represent different color options for flooring, along with specific adhesives and installation supplies. An estimate of quantities required for each product is provided, indicating a need for large-scale procurement. The volume data suggests that these materials may be associated with government contracts or grants aimed at flooring installation projects. The organized structure allows for straightforward identification of products and quantities, indicating its purpose as a supplier guide for fulfilling requests from federal, state, and local agencies in response to RFPs.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS), through its Phoenix Area Office, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify contractors that can provide a blanket purchase agreement for new flooring and related supplies for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center over an initial base year and four option years. The procurement specifies that only new equipment from authorized Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) is acceptable, requiring vendors to prove their authorization through documentation. Responses should outline the vendor's socio-economic status per Small Business Administration standards, especially noting the set-aside for Native-owned small businesses under the Buy Indian Act. Payments will be processed electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), adhering to specific invoicing requirements. Interested vendors must submit their responses to Phil Wendzillo by May 19, 2025. This document serves as market research rather than a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) and aims to inform future procurement strategies related to flooring supplies at the facility.
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