Two (2) Outpatient Nurse Services for the Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC)
ID: DZHC-SS-25-001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

MEDICAL- NURSING (Q401)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/283a7dd420814d2281fa81aa99f34cd8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified sources to provide two outpatient nurse services for the Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC) located in Bloomfield, New Mexico. This opportunity is part of a Sources Sought Notice aimed at identifying capable Indian Economic Enterprises and Small Businesses to fulfill a 12-month contract, which includes a 6-month base period and a 6-month option period. The services are critical for supporting the health center's outpatient department, ensuring the delivery of essential healthcare services to the community. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package by November 5, 2024, to Michael Austin, Contract Specialist, at michael.austin@ihs.gov, including documentation to confirm eligibility for the Buy Indian set-aside status under NAICS code 561320 (Temporary Help Services).

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael Austin, Contract Specialist
    (505) 960-7848
    michael.austin@ihs.gov
    Files
    Title
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    DZHC-SS-25-001.pdf
    The Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for two outpatient nurse services under a 12-month contract, encompassing a 6-month base period and 6-month option. This request is not a solicitation but a market research phase aimed at assessing the capacity of Indian Economic Enterprises and Small Businesses to provide these services, in compliance with the Buy Indian Act. Interested parties must provide a capabilities package by November 5, 2024, which includes details such as their small business status, experience in similar projects, and a statement of intent to respond to an upcoming solicitation. The relevant NAICS code for this procurement is 561320 (Temporary Help Services), and the submission guidelines specify the need for documentation supporting claims of eligibility for set-aside programs. The contact for inquiries is Michael Austin, with the DZHC located in Bloomfield, NM. This notice emphasizes the government's intent to gauge market competition and may influence acquisition strategies regarding Indian-owned enterprise preferences.
    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act Representation Form serves as a self-certification document for Offerors wishing to benefit from set-aside contract opportunities under the Act. The form requires the Offeror to confirm that they meet the definition of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” throughout key contract periods: at the time of the offer, contract award, and during performance. Should an Offeror cease to meet these eligibility criteria at any point, they are obligated to inform the Contracting Officer immediately. It also mandates that successful Offerors are registered with the System of Award Management (SAM) and warns against providing false or misleading information, highlighting the potential legal repercussions. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining verified and consistent eligibility to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act, facilitating contract awards that aim to support Indian-owned businesses.
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