Buy Indian Sources Sought PIMC Elevator Service
ID: IHS1507315-BIAType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY (J036)

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/84f3758250944160ab65141ba7253f3f/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) to provide preventative maintenance services for elevator systems at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Phoenix, Arizona. The procurement aims to ensure the reliability and safety of the elevator operations, which are critical for the hospital's functionality, serving over 140,000 Native Americans. The contract will cover a base year with four renewal options, focusing on regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency repair services, while adhering to ASME standards. Interested parties must contact Kenneth Nicholson at kenneth.nicholson@ihs.gov for further details, and the total project budget is estimated at up to $12.5 million.

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    Kenneth Nicholson
    kenneth.nicholson@ihs.gov
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    01. BIA Sources Sought.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for preventive maintenance and repair services for sterilization equipment at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC). The aim is to ensure reliable operations through scheduled monthly maintenance. The scope of this market research is to identify contractors, particularly those certified as Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), in compliance with the Buy Indian Act, with a total project budget of up to $12.5 million. Interested firms must provide relevant company information including contact details, certifications, and proof of eligibility as an IEE or ISBEE. Responses will help IHS determine the potential for receiving competitive offers from eligible entities. The document emphasizes the necessity of stringent adherence to regulations and testing the market’s capacity to support this procurement. Alongside, the IHS seeks representation from potential contractors to verify compliance and eligibility under federal regulations.
    A1. SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) outlines the need for a service contract focused on the maintenance and reliability of its elevator systems. PIMC, which serves over 140,000 Native Americans, consists of a 127-bed hospital and multiple outpatient buildings in Phoenix, Arizona. The contract aims to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations by performing regular preventative maintenance (PM), inspections, and repairs for the hospital's four elevator cars. Key responsibilities include executing PM services to maintain the elevator systems, performing regular inspections and testing as per ASME standards, and providing emergency and after-hours repair services. Technicians undertaking these tasks must be certified, and the contract will function without the procurement of parts, which will be sourced through other methods. The service period is stipulated for one base year with four renewal options, emphasizing the importance of reliable elevator operation for hospital staff and patients. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to maintaining essential healthcare infrastructure in compliance with safety standards.
    A2. IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The document outlines a self-certification process for vendors under the Buy Indian Act, applicable to the Indian Health Service (IHS). It serves as a representation form for Offerors responding to solicitations, Requests for Information (RFI), or proposals, confirming that they qualify as an "Indian Economic Enterprise." Offerors must meet this eligibility throughout the offer, award, and contract performance periods. Should their status change, they are required to notify the Contracting Officer immediately. The document emphasizes the importance of false information, listing legal consequences for misleading claims. Additionally, successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The included sections capture essential details required for compliance and self-certification by businesses owned by Federally recognized tribes, ensuring transparency and accountability in federal contracting under the Buy Indian Act.
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