transportation service
ID: 285-25-RFQ-0030Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER (V129)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c4242adf4e754854a4db1382607dbb89/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking proposals for a transportation service contract to provide non-emergency medical transportation for eligible patients at the Lockport IHS Health Center in New York. The contractor will be responsible for transporting patients to various medical appointments, ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements and safety standards, while also maintaining confidentiality of patient information. This opportunity is set aside for Indian Owned Small Businesses under the Buy Indian Act, with a contract period starting May 1, 2025, and lasting for five months, followed by four optional one-year extensions. Interested parties should contact Donna Harjo at donna.harjo@ihs.gov or 615-467-1522 for further details and must submit their proposals by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DONNA HARJO
    (615) 467-1522
    donna.harjo@ihs.gov
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    IHS-IEE-Representation-Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS), under the Department of Health & Human Services, has issued a solicitation regarding the Buy Indian Act, which promotes Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs). The document outlines that offerors must self-certify their status as IEEs at the time of bidding, at contract award, and throughout the contract's duration. If they cease to qualify, they must inform the Contracting Officer immediately. Additionally, documentation of eligibility may be required by Contracting Officers before awarding contracts. Misrepresentation in this regard can lead to legal consequences. Offerors must also be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM) to participate. The form included requires the offeror to declare their eligibility status concerning Indian ownership and provide necessary identifying information. This process emphasizes transparency and adherence to legal requirements in federal contracting, particularly for businesses owned by Native Americans, ensuring they benefit from contract opportunities in alignment with federal policy.
    SOW Transportation Lockport Service Unit.docx
    The Lockport IHS Health Center seeks a contractor for non-emergency medical transportation services for eligible patients residing in Niagara, Genesee, and Erie Counties. The objective is to facilitate transportation to medical appointments at the Lockport IHS Health Center or PRC-approved locations. The contractor must provide licensed ambulette or livery services, ensuring drivers and vehicles comply with New York State regulations and safety standards, including those outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Services will operate Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with occasional Saturday transportation upon request. Transportation arrangements will be coordinated by the Lockport IHS Health Center, which will also provide necessary details regarding pick-up and drop-off locations. The contractor will invoice monthly, ensuring patient confidentiality and compliance with regulatory requirements regarding patient information. The contract spans from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, with options for renewal through 2029. This initiative reflects the federal commitment to supporting public health services by ensuring accessible transportation for patients in need.
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