SOURCE SOUGHT - PIMC Blood Coagulation System

The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires offerors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act for solicitations, sources sought, and RFIs. This form, mandated by 25 U.S.C. 47, ensures that the enterprise meets the IEE definition 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 requirements. Eligibility documentation may be requested, and awards are subject to protest if an offeror’s IEE status is questioned. Successful offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). False or misleading information can lead to severe penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731, and 18 U.S.C. 287. The form requires the offeror to represent whether they meet the IEE definition, with details on the 51% owner, certifying signature, tribal entity, business name, and DUNS number.

This Sources Sought Notice from the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) is not a request for quote but a market research effort to determine compliance with the Buy Indian Act for the procurement of two blood coagulation analyzers, a service agreement, and supplies. The notice specifies the NAICS code 334516 and a response date of January 30, 2026. The Buy Indian Act prioritizes acquisitions for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), which are defined as Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) that also qualify as small businesses. IEEs must be at least 51% owned and controlled by Indians, Federally Recognized Indian Tribes, or Alaska Native Corporations. Interested firms must provide company information, business category (IEE or ISBEE) qualification, a capability statement, and documentation as an authorized distributor to prevent gray market items. Additionally, firms must complete an IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form and identify their Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation for IEE status. All prospective contractors must be registered in SAM. The notice explicitly prohibits gray market or remanufactured items, requiring vendors to be authorized dealers or distributors verified by the OEM.