SOURCES SOUGHT: Blood Gas Supplies for GEM Premier 5000
ID: IHS1508493Type: 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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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking sources for Blood Gas Supplies for the GEM Premier 5000, with the procurement being managed by the Navajo Area Indian Health Service in Kayenta, Arizona. Offerors must comply with the Buy Indian Act, demonstrating eligibility as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" and providing necessary documentation to verify this status throughout the contract's duration. These supplies are critical for laboratory operations, ensuring accurate blood gas analysis essential for patient care in Indian Health Service facilities. Interested parties should contact Flora Washington at flora.washington@ihs.gov or call 928-380-8345 for further details regarding the submission process and requirements.

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    The Indian Health Service's document outlines the requirements for self-certification under the Buy Indian Act for Offerors responding to solicitations, sources sought notices, or Requests for Information (RFIs). It establishes that an "Indian Economic Enterprise" must meet specific eligibility criteria at the time of the offer, contract award, and throughout contract performance. Offerors must indicate whether they meet these criteria and must notify the Contracting Officer immediately if they no longer qualify. Documentation may be required to verify eligibility, and false information provided during this process can lead to legal consequences. Additionally, successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The form requires details including the name of the business, ownership, and unique entity identification. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of compliance with the Buy Indian Act to support economic opportunities for Indian-owned enterprises while ensuring integrity in government contracting processes.
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