Billings Area (Poplar, MT / Pryor, MT / Arapahoe, WY) Generator Project
ID: 75H70125R00039Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEDIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLESEATTLE, WA, 98121, USA

NAICS

Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Y1DA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c6c0bb67bcb0419b9452aa527acb0365/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors for the Billings Area Generator Project, which will take place in Poplar, Montana, as well as Pryor, Montana, and Arapahoe, Wyoming. This procurement is categorized as a Sources Sought notice and aims to identify contractors capable of providing generator installation services, which are crucial for ensuring reliable power supply to healthcare facilities in these areas. The project falls under the NAICS code 238290, focusing on Other Building Equipment Contractors, and is vital for enhancing the operational capacity of health services provided to the local communities. Interested parties should contact Jong Kim at jong.kim@ihs.gov or Andrew E. Hart at andrew.hart@ihs.gov for further information, and must ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act by submitting the Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form as part of their response.

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    A10 Attachment 1 IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022.pdf
    The document is an Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form from the Department of Health & Human Services, Indian Health Service, pertaining to the Buy Indian Act. It serves as a self-certification for Offerors responding to solicitations or RFIs, confirming they meet the definition of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” throughout key phases: when an offer is made, at the contract award, and during contract performance. Contractors must promptly notify the Contracting Officer if their eligibility changes. Offerors must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM), and any false information could lead to legal penalties. The form requires the name of the 51% owner of the Indian Economic Enterprise, along with the name of the federally recognized tribal entity and business details. This document is essential in ensuring compliance with the Buy Indian Act in federal contract awards, promoting business opportunities for Indian-owned enterprises.
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