Portable Storage Unit - Unity
ID: 75H71525Q00024Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

General Warehousing and Storage (493110)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WAREHOUSING/STORAGE (S215)

Set Aside

Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (IEE)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for the acquisition of a Portable Storage Unit for the Unity Healing Center located in Cherokee, North Carolina. The procurement involves a 12' x 24' portable storage unit that must meet specific requirements, including roll-up doors, interior lighting, and durable construction, with no ongoing maintenance or inspection services required post-installation. This initiative underscores the federal government's commitment to supporting Indian-owned businesses, as the solicitation is a 100% Indian-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, with proposals due by March 26, 2025, and a delivery timeline of 60 days following contract award. Interested vendors can direct inquiries to Velvett Cummins at velvett.cummins@ihs.gov.

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    This document addresses questions regarding the RFP for a Portable Storage Unit, specifically focusing on maintenance and installation details. It clarifies that no quarterly maintenance or inspection services are required for this project. Installation will be conducted on a paved site, with the stipulation that the storage unit must remain movable and secured in place. The responses provided are critical for potential vendors, ensuring clear expectations for ongoing responsibilities and site requirements. This document emphasizes the importance of thorough understanding and compliance with project specifications in the context of government procurement processes.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the acquisition of a Portable Storage Unit by the Unity Healing Center in Cherokee, NC, operated by the Indian Health Service. The RFQ is categorized under a 100% Indian-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, specifically targeting businesses compliant with the Indian Economic Enterprise definition. Proposals are due by March 26, 2025, with a delivery timeline of 60 days post-award. The scope includes a 12' x 24' portable storage unit equipped with various specifications such as roll-up doors, interior lighting, and durable construction materials. The RFQ specifies the attachment of a detailed Statement of Work (SOW) and mandates that offers include essential details like company identification, pricing, and technical capabilities. Evaluation will prioritize technical capability over price. The document also incorporates several Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses that govern various aspects of contract compliance, highlighting the importance of maintaining eligibility and providing accurate representations by contractors. Overall, this RFQ emphasizes the federal government's commitment to supporting Indian-owned businesses while addressing specific needs within Indian Health Services.
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