The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires potential contractors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) for solicitations, sources sought, and RFIs. This form, issued by the Department of Health & Human Services, ensures that offerors meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility. Eligibility documentation may be required, and awards are subject to protest. False or misleading information can lead to severe penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731. Additionally, successful offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The form includes a representation section for offerors to affirm their IEE status, requiring the name of the 51% owner, certifying signature, printed name, tribal entity, business name, and DUNS number.
The Indian Health Service (IHS) Fort Yuma Health Care Center (FYHCC) seeks a contractor to implement a cloud web-based inventory management system. This system will modernize operations by providing simple ordering, enterprise-wide inventory control, customizable reporting, and seamless integration with Microsoft programs. Key modules include inventory management, analytics, purchasing with unlimited approval layers, requisition, and receiving. The system must create purchase orders, track inventory by barcode, and offer 24/7 accessibility. The contractor will be responsible for software installation, maintenance, updates, and providing comprehensive training and helpdesk support. The period of performance is a base year with four option years, and the contractor must have at least 20 years of experience in inventory management and healthcare software development. The system needs to be compatible with 64-bit Windows operating systems and accessible via the facility's intranet.
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for a Cloud Web-Based Inventory Management System Service for the Fort Yuma Health Care Center. This notice serves as market research to identify qualified Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) in accordance with the Buy Indian Act. The required system is a cloud-based inventory management software offering real-time tracking, automated purchasing, electronic requisitioning, customizable reporting, integration with Microsoft applications, barcode and mobile scanning, multi-layer approval workflows, and electronic vendor ordering. The contractor will be responsible for implementation, data integration, training, and ongoing support to ensure 24/7 functionality. Interested firms must submit company information, point of contact, FSS/SEWP contract number (if applicable), DUNS or SAM UEI number, Tax ID, business category (IEE or ISBEE), a capability statement, and manufacturer authorization for distribution. Additionally, firms must provide a completed IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form and identify their Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation for IEE status. Responses are due by December 24, 2025, at 1 PM EST.