Regulated Medical Waste Collection and Disposal
ID: SS-NAIHS-25-1002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION (F108)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a8fb14aa84e544fdb271a7528a859d3c/view
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking capable sources for the collection and disposal of regulated medical waste at the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, New Mexico. This opportunity is a Sources Sought notice aimed at gathering information for market research purposes, specifically to assess the availability of contractors who can provide biohazard waste management services from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 562211 for Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal, with a small business size standard of $47 million, and will prioritize Indian Economic Enterprises in accordance with the Buy Indian Act. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package to Dallas Begay at dallas.begay@ihs.gov by January 14, 2025, at 10 AM MST, including relevant documentation and evidence of experience in similar work.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dallas Begay
    (928) 871-1433
    dallas.begay@ihs.gov
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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The document pertains to the Indian Health Service's compliance with the Buy Indian Act, establishing requirements for businesses claiming to be “Indian Economic Enterprises.” It outlines that Offerors must self-certify their eligibility under this act at three key points: upon submitting a bid, at the time of contract award, and throughout the contract period. If an enterprise's status changes during these times, they must inform the Contracting Officer immediately. Additionally, successful Offerors must register with the System of Award Management (SAM) and are warned against submitting false information, which carries legal consequences. The form includes a representation section where the Offeror must state their compliance with the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise and provide relevant ownership details. This solicitation aims to ensure compliance and streamline awards to eligible entities while maintaining legal standards in government contracting within the context of federal grants and proposals.
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