Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Laboratory Quality Control Supplies and Other Consumables
ID: SS-GSU-25-0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c31764342423422585e4fafdcf78cdda/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking capable sources for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for laboratory quality control supplies and other consumables at the Shiprock Service Unit in Bloomfield, New Mexico. This opportunity is aimed at gathering information on potential suppliers who can provide miscellaneous laboratory supplies, with an anticipated performance period from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 325413 for In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing, emphasizing the importance of these supplies in supporting health services for Indian communities. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package to Rodney Brown at Rodney.Brown@ihs.gov by 2:00 PM MDT on October 10, 2024, including necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility under the Buy Indian Act and other relevant qualifications.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rodney Brown
    Rodney.Brown@ihs.gov
    Files
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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The document is a solicitation form from the Indian Health Service (IHS) in relation to the Buy Indian Act, which promotes the participation of Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) in federal contracting. It serves as a self-certification tool for Offerors to assert their compliance with the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as per the law and outlines the necessary conditions under which this certification must be maintained throughout the bidding and contract performance periods. Offerors must notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet these eligibility requirements. It highlights the importance of accurate representation and the consequences of submitting false information, which can result in legal penalties. Additionally, successful Offerors are required to be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). This form reinforces the government's commitment to ensuring that contracts benefit Indian-owned businesses while maintaining legal integrity during the procurement process.
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