Sources Sought Notice - Whiteriver Indian Health Center Chilled Water System Service
ID: IHS1507722Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/22ef7ef1e60746619d2cbfba47893114/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is seeking information from qualified organizations to provide chilled water system services at the Whiteriver Indian Health Center in Arizona. This procurement is governed by the Buy Indian Act, which prioritizes acquisitions from Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), ensuring that the services are sourced from Indian-owned businesses. The initiative is crucial for maintaining essential health services within Native American communities and promoting economic opportunities for these enterprises. Interested firms must submit their company information, business category qualifications, and capability statements by February 12, 2025, to Kerri Gilmore at Kerri.Gilmore@ihs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kerri Gilmore
    Kerri.Gilmore@ihs.gov
    Files
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    BIA Sources Sought IHS1507722.pdf
    This Sources Sought Notice by the Indian Health Service (IHS) requests information from organizations capable of providing chilled water services at the Whiteriver Service Unit in Arizona. It emphasizes compliance with the Buy Indian Act, prioritizing acquisitions from Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). Interested firms must submit their details, including company information, business category qualification, and capability statements by February 12, 2025. The notice outlines eligibility criteria for IEEs, which must be controlled by individuals who are Indians or tribes, and delineates the necessary documentation for vendors. The IHS seeks to ensure adequate competition and compliance with regulations, gathering responses for informed acquisition decisions while facilitating market research to identify qualified Indian-owned businesses. This process is critical for fulfilling federal contracting mandates and promoting economic opportunities within Native American communities.
    IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The document from the Department of Health & Human Services outlines the Buy Indian Act representation form used for federal procurement opportunities specifically targeting "Indian Economic Enterprises." It emphasizes the requirement for offerors to self-certify their status as an Indian-owned business throughout the bidding process, contract award, and performance period. Any changes in eligibility must be reported to the Contracting Officer immediately. Additionally, it mentions that Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM) to participate. It is crucial for interested parties to accurately represent their eligibility, as false information may result in legal consequences under various federal statutes. Overall, the document serves to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act in federal contracting processes while promoting economic opportunities for Indian-owned enterprises.
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