BUY INDIAN SET-ASIDE - WIRELESS UPGRADES FOR OCAO INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE
ID: 246-25-Q-0055Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEOK CITY AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73114, USA

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTE (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B20)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e250bc2d3894f28814b66065aaa2ec9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide wireless upgrades for the Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service under a Buy Indian Set-Aside contract. The procurement focuses on acquiring Cisco wireless equipment, including access points and controllers, to modernize the wireless infrastructure across several health facilities, ensuring enhanced connectivity and operational efficiency. This initiative is critical for improving communication capabilities within government health services, reflecting a commitment to support Indian Economic Enterprises in federal contracting. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by April 23, 2025, and can contact Edson Yellowfish at Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov or 405-951-3888 for further information.

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    Edson Yellowfish
    (405) 951-3888
    Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov
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    Buy Indian Compliant Form.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for self-certifying as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act, as mandated by the Indian Health Service (IHS). Offerors must affirm their status at the time of bidding, contract award, and throughout the contract duration. If an enterprise no longer meets eligibility requirements, immediate notification must be provided to the Contracting Officer. The document emphasizes the necessity of registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) and warns against providing false information, which could lead to legal penalties. Offerors must indicate whether they meet the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise and provide key ownership and business information. The primary purpose of this document is to establish compliance standards for federal RFP participants, ensuring that eligible Native-owned enterprises are appropriately recognized and supported under federal procurement policies.
    COMBINED SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION.docx
    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under RFQ # 246-25-Q-0055, designed specifically for Cisco network equipment, and is 100% set aside for Buy Indian. It outlines the request for quotes (RFQs) for fifteen line items, including various Cisco products like the Catalyst 9164I Access Points and Cisco DNA licenses. The period of performance is 15 days post-award, with quotes due by April 23, 2025. Vendors must be authorized Cisco partners, provide technical details demonstrating proficiency, and are required to include specific information with their quotes. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable format, where quotes are assessed based on price and technical compliance with predefined requirements. Various FAR provisions and HHSAR clauses apply to this solicitation, emphasizing equal opportunity and adherence to regulations governing government contracting. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government's strategic procurement initiative, aiming to enhance its technological capabilities while promoting Indian Economic Enterprises.
    FY25-OCAO_HAS_WEW_CLA-WAP_WLC-UPDATE-SOW 032125 signed.pdf
    The Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS) seeks to upgrade wireless network infrastructure for the Oklahoma City Area Office (OCA), Haskell Indian Health, Wewoka Indian Health, and Claremore Indian Hospital. The project involves the procurement of new Cisco wireless equipment to replace outdated systems, ensuring enhanced wireless connectivity for users. The contractor is required to supply specific Cisco equipment, including Wireless Access Points (WAPs), Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs), and associated accessories, within 60 days of contract award. Deliverables must include installation instructions and warranty documents, and all equipment must be covered by Cisco’s standard warranty. Key contractual stipulations highlight the need for the contractor to be an authorized Cisco partner and ensure confidentiality regarding operations. The contractor is also tasked with coordinating delivery and providing ongoing support through a designated point of contact, equipped to address immediate contract-related decisions. Overall, this RFP emphasizes the commitment of the IHS to modernize its wireless connectivity infrastructure while maintaining regulatory compliance and security protocols during implementation.
    SPEC SHEET.xlsx
    The document outlines a procurement list related to networking equipment, specifically focusing on Cisco wireless controllers and access points, as part of a federal or local government Request for Proposals (RFP). It details various items required for enhancing wireless infrastructure, including multiple units of the Catalyst 9164I Access Point, Cisco Catalyst 9800 series wireless controllers, and the associated software licenses for Cisco DNA. The quantities specified reflect the volume needed for installation or upgrades, indicating a comprehensive approach to modernizing wireless capabilities. The inclusion of service contracts for Next Business Day support highlights a commitment to maintaining system reliability post-deployment. The overall intent of the document appears to be the procurement and integration of advanced wireless technology to enhance communication infrastructure within governmental or public facilities, following regulatory stipulations associated with federal or state funding.
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