Continuing Education (CE) Program and Software for Medical Professionals - Phoenix Area Indian Health Services
ID: SS-25-PHX-017Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/adfabbf39f4a49909f39d286a32a61f4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Continuing Education (CE) program and software for medical professionals within the Phoenix Area. The primary objective is to procure a web-based software solution that will automate the CE program, with a focus on vendors classified as Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) in accordance with the Buy Indian Act. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the educational support services available to medical professionals, thereby improving healthcare delivery in the region. Interested vendors must submit their expressions of interest by March 7, 2025, and are encouraged to contact Dekovan Cook at Dekovan.Cook@ihs.gov or 602-364-5018 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dekovan Cook
    (602) 364-5018
    Dekovan.Cook@ihs.gov
    Files
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    IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form is a self-certification document required for Offerors to affirm their status as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" when responding to solicitations or Requests for Information (RFI). To qualify, Offerors must meet the definition throughout the offer, contract award, and performance period. Immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is mandated should any eligibility criteria fail to be met during these times. Contracting Officers may request documentation to verify eligibility, and any submission of false information can lead to legal repercussions under various U.S. codes. The form requires details such as the identity of the 51% owner of the enterprise, certification of ownership, and registration with the System of Award Management (SAM). This process ensures accuracy in claiming Indian ownership, thus facilitating contract awards intended to support Indian Economic Enterprises, and upholding the program's integrity within government contracting frameworks.
    Sources Sought CE Program.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Continuing Education (CE) program and software for medical professionals, specifically within the Phoenix Area Indian Health Services (IHS). It emphasizes the requirement for interested vendors to be classified as Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) in line with the Buy Indian Act. The main goal is to procure a web-based software solution to automate the CE program. Vendors are requested to provide key details about their company, including qualifications, business category, and compliance with specific regulations. The submission deadline for expressions of interest is set for March 7, 2025. The IHS aims to ensure a diverse pool of qualified vendors while adhering to federal criteria for small business classifications, thereby supporting economic opportunities for Indian-owned businesses. Compliance with federal regulations regarding SAM registration and representation is mandated for all prospective contractors, with the information gathered to inform acquisition decisions.
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