The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires offerors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) for solicitations, sources sought, and RFIs. This form, from the Department of Health & Human Services, outlines the representation requirements, emphasizing that IEE status must be maintained at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout performance. Contractors losing eligibility must notify the Contracting Officer immediately. The document also states that Contracting Officers may request eligibility documentation, and awards are subject to protest. Successful offerors must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). False or misleading information can lead to penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims during performance are subject to 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. The form includes a representation section for the offeror to confirm their IEE status with “Indian Ownership,” requiring signatures from the 51% owner, the certifying individual, and details such as the tribal entity, business name, and DUNS number.

The Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC) requires a contractor to develop, maintain, and update a comprehensive Water Management Plan (WMP) for its mechanical and domestic water systems. This plan, spanning a base year and four option years, will include performance verification and water testing services for Legionella, HPC, and E. Coli. The WMP must comply with various standards, including ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 188-2021 and CMS QSO 17-30. Key components of the WMP include system identification, hazard analysis, management team protocols, SOPs, task scheduling, program monitoring with action plans for issues like Legionella presence and water disruptions, and relevant supplemental information. On-site work will occur during business hours, with visits requiring advance approval from the Government Point of Contact.

The Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC) requires a qualified contractor to develop and maintain a comprehensive Water Management Plan (WMP) in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 188, CMS QSO 17-30, CDC guidance, and other applicable regulations. The contractor shall provide initial plan development, ongoing updates, quarterly and semi-annual verification services, and routine water sampling for Legionella, HPC, and E. coli across domestic and mechanical water systems. The IHS Contracting Officer will give priority for all purchases, regardless of dollar value, by utilizing ISBEE set-aside to the maximum extent possible. All interested firms who can meet the requirements stated above should respond, in writing, INCLUDING ALL THE FOLLOWING: Company name, Point of contact, FSS / SEWP Contract number, DUNS number OR SAM Unique Entity Identifier Number, Tax ID number, Indication of which business category (IEE or ISBEE) for which the organization qualifies, A capability statement that addresses the organizations qualifications and ability to provide the requirement depicted above, Documentation from manufacturer (i.e., correspondence from manufacturer) of your firm being an authorized distributor for the manufacturer. This is a sources sought notice only; it is not a request for quote, rather market research to determine compliance with the Buy Indian Act and determination of set-aside.