Notice of Intent to negotiate a sole source award to American Wholesale Solutions
ID: IHS1506200Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Collection (562112)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cd61f7ed17a74a49a29e8aef1679f47b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Navajo Area Indian Health Service, intends to negotiate a sole source award to American Wholesale Solutions for the collection and disposal of chemical waste at the Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup, New Mexico. This procurement is essential for maintaining compliance with hazardous waste management regulations and ensuring the safe disposal of chemical waste generated by the facility. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price award with a performance period of eight months from the date of award, and interested parties other than American Wholesale Solutions may submit capability statements by 10:00 AM MT on February 7, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Stefanie Atene at stefanie.atene@ihs.gov or by phone at 505-722-1212.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stefanie Atene
    (505) 722-1212
    stefanie.atene@ihs.gov
    Files
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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form is a self-certification document aimed at ensuring that Offerors qualify as “Indian Economic Enterprises” as defined by federal law. To be eligible under the Act, Offerors must meet the definition at the time of their offer, at the contract award time, and throughout the contract's performance. Should the contractor’s eligibility change, it is mandatory to notify the Contracting Officer immediately. The document emphasizes the importance of truthful representations; false or misleading submissions can lead to legal consequences under various U.S. codes. It requires Offerors to confirm their eligibility by signing and providing essential information, including the name of the ownership and business details, along with a unique DUNS Number. This form plays a crucial role in the procurement process for contracts set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises, ensuring compliance with federal statutes and supporting the intention of the Buy Indian Act to promote economic opportunities for Indian-owned businesses.
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