ContractSolicitationIndian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services)

Reverse Osmosis Equipment Preventive Maintenance and Service

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES IHS1524499
Response Deadline
May 28, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services)
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Indian Health Service, Phoenix Area Indian Health Service, is seeking a small-business set-aside contract for preventive maintenance and service of reverse osmosis equipment at Whiteriver Indian Health Service Hospital in Arizona. The work covers the Getinge MRG 2400 reverse osmosis water treatment system and requires the contractor to provide all labor, parts, and equipment for annual maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and related reporting from 2026 through 2031. The contractor must be manufacturer-authorized, hold required licenses, follow OEM specifications and applicable NFPA and federal, tribal, state, and local requirements, and perform services during normal business hours with prompt response to repair requests while complying with HIPAA and IHS visitation policies. Evaluation emphasizes technical acceptability and price reasonableness under a lowest-price technically acceptable approach, and the primary contact is Paul Carr at paul.carr@ihs.gov, 615-467-1567.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
221310
Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
PSC Code
4610
WATER PURIFICATION EQUIPMENT

Solicitation Documents

6 Files
SF1449.pdf
PDF792 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document is a Standard Form 1449,
Statement of Work.docx
Word30 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The Whiteriver Indian Health Service Hospital requires a contractor for preventive maintenance and service of its Getinge MRG 2400 reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment system from 2026-2031. The contractor must provide all labor, parts, and equipment for annual maintenance, repairs, and calibrations, ensuring compliance with OEM specifications, NFPA standards, and other federal, tribal, state, and local regulations. Work includes replacing parts with new OEM components and performing services during normal business hours, with prompt responses to repair requests. The contractor must be manufacturer-authorized, hold all necessary licenses, and submit documentation of technician qualifications. Reporting requirements include detailed service and repair reports, and adherence to HIPAA and IHS visitation policies is mandatory. Travel expenses must align with GSA regulations, and a detailed schedule requires prior approval.
Clauses and Provisions.docx
Word29 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government file outlines standard contract clauses and solicitation provisions for federal government procurements. Key clauses include whistleblower rights, prohibitions on certain confidentiality agreements, and requirements for using the System for Award Management (SAM). It details electronic payment submission via the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and includes options for extending services and contract terms. The document also covers various labor standards, anti-trafficking measures, and sustainable product requirements. Solicitation provisions emphasize technical acceptability and price reasonableness as evaluation factors for contract awards, with a focus on lowest price technically acceptable offers. Additionally, it incorporates several HHSAR terms and conditions by reference, addressing areas like anti-lobbying, printing, and equal employment opportunity investigations.
SCA WD 2015 5477 REV 29.pdf
PDF46 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5477 Revision No. 29, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in Apache, Gila, and Navajo Counties, Arizona. It lists numerous occupations across various fields, including administrative, automotive, food service, health, technical, and maintenance, with corresponding hourly rates. The document also details mandatory fringe benefits such as health and welfare, vacation accrual, and eleven paid holidays. Special provisions cover paid sick leave for federal contractors under EO 13706, an adjusted minimum wage under EO 13658, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances. A conformance process is detailed for unlisted job classifications, ensuring fair compensation. This wage determination is crucial for federal, state, and local RFP bidders to ensure compliance with labor laws.
IHS IEE Form.pdf
PDF185 KBMar 26, 2026
AI Summary
The Indian Health Service (IHS) "Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" ensures compliance with 25 U.S.C. 47, requiring Offerors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) for set-aside or sole source contracts. This form is crucial for federal government RFPs, grants, and solicitations, as it verifies that businesses meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout performance. Failure to maintain eligibility or submission of false information carries severe penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731. Successful Offerors must also register with the System of Award Management (SAM). The form collects essential information, including the name of the 51% owner, tribal entity, business name, and DUNS Number, to ensure accountability and adherence to the Buy Indian Act.
Draft SOW.docx
Word30 KBMar 26, 2026
AI Summary
The Whiteriver Indian Health Service Hospital seeks a contractor for preventive maintenance and service of its Getinge MRG 2400 reverse osmosis water treatment system from 2026-2031. The scope includes annual maintenance, repairs, parts replacement, labor, and travel, ensuring the system meets OEM specifications. The contractor must be manufacturer-authorized, comply with all federal, tribal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and NFPA standards, and provide new OEM parts. Work will occur during normal business hours, with prompt responses to repair requests. The contractor is responsible for submitting technician qualifications, detailed service reports, and a schedule, while adhering to GSA travel regulations and IHS visitation policies.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMar 26, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentMay 20, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 28, 2025
expiryArchive DateJun 12, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Sub-Tier
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE
Office
PHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC

Point of Contact

Name
Paul Carr

Place of Performance

Whiteriver, Arizona, UNITED STATES

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