NNMC Replenishment of U.S. Postage
ID: IHS1504199Type: Sources Sought
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

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Postal Service (491110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: MAILING/DISTRIBUTION (R604)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking to replenish funds for a postage meter at the Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) located in Shiprock, New Mexico. This procurement is intended to be a single source award to The Pitney Bowes Bank, Inc., as the postage meter is essential for sending hospital mail, including documents, appointment letters, and prescriptions. Interested parties other than Pitney Bowes Bank, Inc. may submit a capability statement by January 13, 2025, at 12:00 MST, to Beverly Begay, Purchasing Agent, at beverly.begay@ihs.gov. This notice serves as a sources sought notice for market research purposes and is not a solicitation for proposals or bids.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) documentation outlines self-certification requirements for Offerors seeking contracts under the Buy Indian Act. The Offeror must certify as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" at the time of bid submission, contract award, and during the contract's duration. If the enterprise no longer meets eligibility criteria, it must promptly notify the Contracting Officer. The form requires the name and signature of the 51% owner, along with the name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity and the business's UEI number. It also stresses the importance of providing truthful information, as submitting false data may lead to legal penalties under U.S. law. Additionally, successful Offerors are required to be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). This document is central to ensuring compliance and eligibility for businesses owned by Indian entities participating in federal contracting opportunities.
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