The Phoenix Area Indian Health Service is seeking proposals for a Cloud-Based Notification System that operates as a Software as a Service (SaaS) to manage critical events affecting public safety. The system aims to enhance governmental responses to emergencies by facilitating real-time communication and notifications across various channels, including SMS, email, and social media. Key functionalities include a scalable contact database, customizable messaging, and comprehensive administrative controls for user management. The contractor will also provide ongoing maintenance, training, and support services, along with a rigorous compliance to security standards, such as FedRAMP certification and adherence to FIPS 140-2 encryption protocols. The project encompasses both functional and technical requirements, ensuring resilience against unforeseen events through business continuity and disaster recovery planning. The expected performance period includes a base year with four optional years, contingent on satisfactory service and fund availability. The document outlines evaluation criteria based on functional and technical requirement fulfillment, pricing, and past performance, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive solution that meets federal accessibility standards. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing public safety communications within the Indian Health Service's jurisdiction.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is issuing a self-certification form related to the Buy Indian Act, which requires offerors to confirm their status as an "Indian Economic Enterprise." This certification is a necessary part of the solicitation process for contracts under federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and is applicable at three key points: upon offer submission, at contract award, and throughout the contract's performance duration. Offerors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer if their eligibility status changes. Documentation may be required to verify compliance, and providing false information can lead to severe legal penalties. Additionally, successful applicants must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). The form includes sections for the name and signature of the enterprise owner, tribal ties, and business identity, ensuring that only eligible entities receive federal contracting opportunities as intended by the Buy Indian Act.

The document outlines a sources sought notice from the Indian Health Services (IHS) for an Emergency Mass Notification System, intended to gather market research and compliance with the Buy Indian Act. It emphasizes the priority for acquisitions to be set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), which are defined by specific ownership and management criteria. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications, including company details and capability statements, while emphasizing the need for IEE status verification through self-certification and documentation. Prospective contractors must complete necessary representations and certifications in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) to facilitate the appropriate acquisition decision. The primary goal is to ensure participation from eligible Indian-owned businesses in the procurement process while adhering to federal regulations.