SSN FOR ISBEEs: Brand Name VanDyke Software License and Maintenance
ID: 75H70425Q00006Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEDIVISION OF ACQUISITIONS POLICY HQROCKVILLE, MD, 20857, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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/97619e086e9c4324ba2a04de249b4a32/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) to provide Brand Name VanDyke Software License and Maintenance Services for a 12-month base period. The procurement includes maintenance for 1,500 licenses of the VanDyke SecureCRT + SecureFX Bundle, maintenance on 8,500 SecureCRT licenses, and maintenance for 150 licenses of the VanDyke VShell Enterprise Server. This opportunity is significant as it adheres to the Buy Indian Act, promoting Indian-owned businesses in federal contracting. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements and the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form to the Contract Specialist, Nadine Cruz, at nadine.cruz@ihs.gov by 12 PM ET on November 26, 2024.

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    Nadine Cruz
    nadine.cruz@ihs.gov
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    IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service's document outlines the requirements for self-certifying as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act for solicitations, requests for information, or contracts. Offerors must confirm their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise at the time of their offer, contract award, and throughout the contract's performance. If eligibility changes, the contractor must inform the Contracting Officer immediately. Registrations in the System of Award Management (SAM) are also mandatory for successful bidders. The document warns that providing false information is illegal and can result in severe penalties. The primary goal of this form is to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act, promoting Indian-owned businesses in federal contracting opportunities while safeguarding against fraudulent claims. The structured representation section requires the offeror to disclose details about ownership, certification, and relevant business identification numbers, reflecting the legal obligations tied to federal contracting practices.
    SSN for ISBEEs-VanDyke Software License and Maintenance Srvcs.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) issued a Sources Sought notice, seeking Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) to provide Brand Name VanDyke Software License and Maintenance Services for a 12-month base period. The specific needs include maintenance for SecureCRT and SecureFX licenses, as well as VShell Enterprise Server licenses. Interested vendors must submit a detailed capability statement alongside their Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. Responses should include company details, such as socioeconomic status, SAM Unique Entity Identifier, and contact information, and they must demonstrate the vendor's capability and experience relevant to the services required. The notice stresses that it is not a solicitation for proposals, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract based on responses received. Confidentiality is emphasized, with a prohibition on including sensitive information in submissions. Responses should be emailed to the Contract Specialist by 12 PM ET on 26 November 2024, following specified guidelines. This notice aims to identify qualified enterprises while adhering to the Buy Indian Act preference for Indian vendors.
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