Sources Sought - Whiteriver Service Unit Fire Sprinkler System testing, inspection and repair services

This Sources Sought Notice from the IHS Contracting Officer is a market research effort, not a request for quote, to identify qualified Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) for fire sprinkler system testing, inspections, and emergency repair services in Whiteriver, Arizona. The notice emphasizes compliance with the Buy Indian Act, prioritizing ISBEE set-asides for purchases. Respondents must provide company details, business category (IEE or ISBEE) verification, a capability statement, and documentation proving authorized distributorship to prevent gray market items. Firms must also complete the IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form and be registered in SAM. The purpose is to determine if there is a reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more IEEs for this commercial contract opportunity.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires offerors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) for solicitations, sources sought, RFIs, and resultant contracts. This form ensures compliance with the definition of an IEE as per HHSAR 326.601, requiring eligibility at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility. Individual Contracting Officers may request documentation, and awards are subject to protest if eligibility is questioned. Additionally, successful offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Providing false information is a violation of law, punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, with false claims during performance subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. The form includes a representation section for offerors to affirm their IEE status, requiring signatures and details of ownership and business information.