IHS Billings Area Office Telecommunication Service
ID: SS-75H709-BAO25Q-001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEBILLINGS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCBILLINGS, MT, 59107, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f3e16918faed45c4a10659481174090a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide telecommunication services for the Billings Area Office in Montana. The procurement aims to ensure uninterrupted telephone communication services, which are vital for operational efficiency and the delivery of quality healthcare, including the provision of T1 PRI circuits, Direct Inward Dialing (DID) numbers, and POTS lines. This opportunity emphasizes the government’s commitment to supporting Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) under the Buy Indian Act, requiring that at least 51% of the contract earnings be retained by Indian entities. Interested parties must submit their capability statements and the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form to Vincent Hansen at Vincent.Hansen@ihs.gov within 15 days of the announcement to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Vincent Hansen
    Vincent.Hansen@ihs.gov
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    A16 - Sources Sought Telecom Service.pdf
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Indian Health Service seeks to identify capable Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and other businesses to provide wired telecommunication services for the Billings Area Office. This acquisition aims to maintain uninterrupted telephone communication services crucial for operational efficiency and quality healthcare delivery. The services required include T1 PRI circuits, Direct Inward Dialing (DID) numbers, and POTS lines. To respond, interested vendors must demonstrate compliance with the Buy Indian Act and provide a detailed capability statement. This statement should outline the firm's experience, past contracts, and adherence to the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE), particularly the requirement to receive at least 51% of the contract earnings. Subcontracting arrangements, if applicable, must also comply with similar criteria. The notice emphasizes the importance of responding within a 15-day window via email and including the necessary documentation, helping the government assess acquisition strategy effectively. Overall, the notice highlights the government’s commitment to supporting Indian economic enterprises in fulfilling its telecommunication needs.
    B11 - IEE Representation.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Office of Management Services has issued the Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This form is required for Offerors responding to solicitations, sources sought notices, or Requests for Information (RFIs) that aim to qualify as "Indian Economic Enterprises." Offerors must self-certify their eligibility at the time of bidding, contract award, and throughout the contract duration. Failure to maintain eligibility or providing false information is punishable under federal law. The document also requires registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) for successful bidders. Key components include affirming the ownership status and providing specific business details. The primary purpose is to promote economic opportunities for Indian-owned enterprises within federal contracting. This initiative emphasizes legal compliance and documentation requirements to support the objectives of the Buy Indian Act in procurement processes.
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