Sources Sought Notice Janitorial Supplies
ID: IHS1507783Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Sanitary Paper Product Manufacturing (322291)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/70ca58932b3c4e8280ef6999e9d942cb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service, specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential contractors for the delivery of janitorial supplies to the Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility in Arizona. The procurement aims to fulfill the housekeeping department's needs for essential cleaning and sanitation products, which include items such as trash bags, disinfectants, hand soap dispensers, and toilet paper, as detailed in the attached list of items. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining hygiene and health standards within government facilities, contributing to public health efforts. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capability statements to Tanya Begay at tanya.begay2@ihs.gov by the specified response date, with the contract period set from May 19, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tanya Begay
    (928) 674-7635
    tanya.begay2@ihs.gov
    Files
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    IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The document pertains to the Indian Health Service's Buy Indian Act, which aims to ensure that Indian Economic Enterprises, defined under HHSAR 326.601, can respond to solicitations or Requests for Information (RFIs). Offerors must self-certify their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise at the time of their bid, at contract award, and throughout the contract period. Should their status change, they must immediately inform the contracting officer. Additionally, to qualify for set-aside contracts under the Buy Indian Act, Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM) and provide specific documentation when required. Falsifying information in the submission process or during contract performance carries legal consequences under various U.S. statutes. The document includes a representation section for Offerors to confirm their ownership status and pertinent details like the name of the federally recognized tribal entity and the business name. The structured format emphasizes the legal obligations and certification requirements necessary to uphold the integrity of the procurement process under the Buy Indian Act.
    List of Items.pdf
    The document provides a detailed list of cleaning and sanitation supplies intended for procurement through federal or local government Requests for Proposals (RFPs). It includes various items with specifications, such as clear plastic trash bags, disinfectants, hand soap and sanitizer dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, and bleach disinfectants. Each item is specified with product codes, quantities, and container sizes, highlighting the essential needs for hygiene and sanitation in government facilities. The structured list indicates systematic planning for efficient procurement, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cleanliness and health standards. This procurement effort shows a commitment to supporting public health initiatives through the acquisition of necessary sanitation products for government operations.
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