Great Plains Area Wide - Optical Fabrication Services - Indian Health Service
ID: IHS1520824Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

PSC

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/99495e2bd463486ba6a443b19e4833aa/view
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking qualified contractors to provide optical fabrication services, including prescription eyeglasses, frames, and lenses, for American Indian and Alaska Native patients across its federal service units in the Great Plains Area. The procurement aims to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) on a firm fixed unit price basis, with the contractor responsible for delivering high-quality optical products and services within a specified timeframe of 7-10 working days. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare access and quality for the communities served, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and standards. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by December 19, 2025, to Ashleigh Yazzie at ashleigh.yazzie@ihs.gov, referencing Sources Sought Number IHS1520824.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashleigh Yazzie
    (605) 377-3211
    ashleigh.yazzie@ihs.gov
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    Areawide Optical Fabrication_SOW.docx
    The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (GPAIHS) seeks a contractor to provide optical fabrication services, including prescription eyeglasses, frames, and lenses, for American Indian/Alaska Native patients across its federal service units. This Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) will be a firm fixed unit price contract for 12 months with four option years. The contractor will operate off-site, delivering products and conducting visits at GPAIHS facilities across South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska. Key requirements include providing a diverse selection of frames and lenses, processing orders within 7-10 days, accepting various payment methods, and adhering to strict quality and safety standards. All services must be supervised by an ABO-certified optician with at least three years of experience. The contract emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, prompt delivery, and high-quality products, with performance monitored through specific objectives and reporting requirements.
    IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires potential contractors to complete a "Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form." This form serves as a self-certification that the offeror meets the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" (IEE) as defined by HHSAR 326.601, in accordance with 25 U.S.C. 47. Eligibility as an IEE must be maintained throughout the offer, award, and contract performance periods. Contractors are required to immediately notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet the eligibility criteria. The form also states that individual Contracting Officers may request documentation of eligibility. Successful offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The document warns against submitting false or misleading information, citing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims. The representation section requires the offeror to indicate whether or not they meet the IEE definition and provides spaces for the name of the 51% owner, certifying signature, print name, name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, business name, and DUNS number.
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