(Buy-Indian) Sources Sought: Cable Satellite Television Distribution Services
ID: SS-IHS11402-BIType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dc79d7a29aa646f49d3b15afe831b033/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified sources for Cable Satellite Television Distribution Services at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Arizona. The procurement aims to provide television and music programming to 77 television sets across the facility, ensuring compatibility, access to at least 140 channels, and full operational maintenance, including emergency repairs with a maximum 48-hour response time. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the healthcare experience of approximately 140,000 Native American patients supported by the clinic. Interested vendors must respond with their qualifications and company information, adhering to the Buy Indian Act, with a focus on Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs). For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Kenneth Nicholson at kenneth.nicholson@ihs.gov.

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    Kenneth Nicholson
    kenneth.nicholson@ihs.gov
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    IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form serves as a self-certification mechanism for Offerors to verify their status as "Indian Economic Enterprises" when submitting proposals to the federal government. Under the Buy Indian Act, these entities must maintain their eligibility at three critical intervals: when submitting an offer, at contract award, and throughout the contract performance. Offerors are also obliged to notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility requirements. Furthermore, successful Offerors must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM) and provide accurate information; violations can lead to legal consequences under U.S. law. The form requires the signature of the owner, affiliation with a recognized Tribal Entity, and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, thereby establishing compliance and accountability within the procurement process for contracts set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises.
    SOW_revised.pdf
    The Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks a contractor to provide cable television and music programming services for 77 TVs across its facility. This service should include conversion for existing TV compatibility, access to at least 140 channels, music channels, and full operational maintenance. The contract encompasses all maintenance fees, emergency repairs, and shall ensure no interruption of service, with a maximum 48-hour response time for issues. Replacement of TVs or relocations must not incur additional costs, including shipping and remotes. The service will cover various patient rooms across five floors of the medical center, aimed at enhancing the healthcare experience for approximately 140,000 Native American patients supported by the clinic. This request is indicative of PIMC's commitment to offering comprehensive care and amenities for its patients.
    SS-IHS11402-BI.pdf
    The Phoenix Area Indian Health Service has released a Sources Sought Notice for Cable Satellite Television Distribution Services at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Arizona. The primary objective is to find a service provider who can supply television and music programming to 77 television sets within PIMC and its ancillary buildings, alongside providing emergency repairs and maintenance throughout the contract’s duration. The notice emphasizes compliance with the Buy Indian Act, prioritizing Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) in contracting opportunities. Interested vendors must respond with detailed company information and demonstrate qualifications specific to the cable and satellite services required. The contract stipulates a 12-month base year with the potential for four annual renewal options. This notice serves as a preliminary market research tool rather than a formal request for quotes, aiming to gauge interest and capabilities among qualifying firms under the defined criteria before formal procurement actions are taken.
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