U--OT/COTA SERVICES
ID: 140A2325Q0121Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3eb2f744b2794ad7902ea0afa25b502d/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs through the Indian Education Acquisition Office, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Occupational Therapist (OT) and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) services for the T’iis Ts’ozi Bi’ Olta Community School in Crownpoint, NM. The procurement is aimed at supporting educational services and is set aside for small businesses, with a firm fixed-price contract period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing educational support in Native American communities while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and standards. Interested parties must submit their offers electronically by May 2, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. MDT, and can direct inquiries to Charmaine Williams-James at Charmaine.Williams-James@bie.edu or by phone at 505-803-4266.

    Point(s) of Contact
    WILLIAMS-JAMES, CHARMAINE
    (505) 803-4266
    Charmaine.Williams-James@bie.edu
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    Sol_140A2325Q0121_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document outlines an amendment to Request for Quotation No. 140A2325Q0121 issued by the Indian Education Acquisition Office. Key modifications include changes to the set-aside status from Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and the removal of the DIAR 1450.280-1 clause. Additionally, the due date for offers has been extended to April 25, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. MDT. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment through designated methods, and communication should include references to the solicitation and amendment numbers. The document emphasizes that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged, highlighting the procedural nature of such amendments in government contracts. The purpose of the amendment is to ensure that all participants are aware of the updated requirements and deadlines, facilitating a transparent and efficient procurement process.
    Sol_140A2325Q0121_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document is an amendment (No. 0002) to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 140A2325Q0121, released by the Indian Education Acquisition Office in Albuquerque, NM. The amendment modifies the original solicitation to remove the stipulation that the acquisition was exclusively for Indian Economic Enterprises. Instead, it establishes a total small business set-aside, invoking FAR 52.219-6. This clause outlines the definition and applicability of small business concerns in federal contracting, emphasizing that only offers from small businesses will be considered and that awards will be made solely to them. Additionally, the amendment extends the due date for offer submissions to May 2, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. MDT, and provides the contact email for quotes. The amendment ensures that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Overall, this document serves to inform potential contractors of important changes to bidding requirements and deadlines.
    Sol_140A2325Q0121.pdf
    This document is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Occupational Therapist (OT) and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) services at T’iis Ts’ozi Bi’ Olta Community School in Crownpoint, NM. It is specifically aimed at Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and outlines a firm fixed-price contract with a period of performance from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, and supervision while adhering to federal regulations and background check requirements. Key points include that bids should be submitted electronically, and the contractor is responsible for obtaining all required licenses and ensuring employees meet health and safety standards, including immunizations. The document emphasizes compliance with numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, focusing on labor standards and subcontracting limitations, particularly favoring Indian-owned businesses. The solicitation highlights the importance of proper invoicing procedures and the necessity of adherence to security protocols, especially regarding the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Overall, it reflects the government's commitment to empowering small businesses in Native American communities while ensuring high standards for service delivery in educational settings.
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