Combined Synopsis-Solicitation IHS1503124 -Pinon Health Center Propane Delivery Services
ID: IHS1503124Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

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Natural Gas Extraction (211130)

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GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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 qualified contractors to provide propane delivery services for the Pinon Health Center in Arizona. This procurement involves a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the delivery of liquefied petroleum gas to both residential government quarters and health facility operations, with an estimated annual requirement of approximately 19,500 gallons for residential services and 55,000 gallons for the facility. The contract will span a one-year base period, starting May 1, 2025, with four additional one-year option periods, emphasizing compliance with safety regulations and support for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). Interested parties should contact Tanya Begay at tanya.begay2@ihs.gov or call 928-674-7635 for further details, and proposals must be submitted by the specified deadlines outlined in the solicitation document.

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    This document serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation for propane delivery services required by the Pinon Health Center, under the Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside. It outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for contractors to provide liquefied petroleum gas for both residential government quarters and health facility operations. The contract spans a base year and four option years from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030, detailing delivery schedules of approximately 19,500 gallons annually for residential services and 55,000 gallons for the facility, adhering to safety regulations. Key evaluation criteria for bids include prior relevant contract experience, past performance reports, technical capability, and pricing, where non-price factors are significantly more important than cost. Additionally, compliance with provisions and certifications specific to Indian Economic Enterprises is mandatory. The document articulates deadlines for proposal submissions, outlines federal acquisition regulations applicable to the solicitation, and emphasizes adherence to safety standards during propane delivery operations. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to supporting native businesses while ensuring safe and efficient service provision in accordance with statutory obligations.
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