The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires potential contractors to self-certify their status as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) for solicitations, sources sought, and RFIs. This form, IHS1519163 for the CLINTON IHS - OPTOMETRY EQUIPMENT project, mandates that an enterprise meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract's performance period. Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility requirements. Eligibility documentation may be requested, and successful Offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). False information is subject to penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims during performance are punishable under 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. Offerors must indicate whether they meet the IEE definition with Indian Ownership, providing details of the 51% owner, certifying signature, tribal entity, business name, and UEI number.
The Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service, Clinton Service Unit (CSU) requires two new Zeiss Cirrus Model 6000 OCT with AngioPlex software devices, or equivalent, along with annual service agreements. These devices are for the Clinton, El Reno, and Watonga Indian Health Centers to replace end-of-life equipment and ensure compliance with federal and IHS standards. The contract includes delivery, installation, comprehensive training, and trade-in credit for existing equipment. The systems must meet detailed technical specifications for ocular imaging and analysis, including OCT Angiography, various scan patterns for retina and glaucoma, and anterior segment imaging. The service agreement mandates preventative maintenance, technical support, remote service, and timely repairs using original Zeiss parts. The period of performance is 12 months, with four optional years, and delivery within 60 days of award. Contractors must comply with stringent security, privacy (HIPAA, Privacy Act, CFR 42 Part 2), and Section 508 accessibility requirements for electronic and information technology.