One (1) Optometrist Services for the Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC)
ID: DZHC-SS-25-003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

MEDICAL- OTHER (Q999)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ca22478b0f7f47b9b1d67bcb6e602b3f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified sources to provide optometrist services for the Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC) located in Bloomfield, New Mexico. The procurement aims to identify capable Indian Economic Enterprises and/or Small Businesses to fulfill the requirement for one optometrist over a 12-month period, consisting of a six-month base period and a six-month option period. This opportunity is significant as it aligns with the Buy Indian Act, which prioritizes contracts for Indian-owned firms, thereby promoting economic development within Native American communities. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package to Michael Austin, Contract Specialist, by November 5, 2024, at 08:00 AM MST, detailing their qualifications and relevant experience in similar services.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael Austin, Contract Specialist
    (505) 960-7848
    michael.austin@ihs.gov
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    DZHC-SS-25-003.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Optometrist Services at the Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC) in Bloomfield, NM. This notice serves as a market research tool to identify potential suppliers for a six-month base period, with an option for an additional six months. The primary focus is on Indian Economic Enterprises and Small Businesses, adhering to the Buy Indian Act, which prioritizes contracts for Indian-owned firms. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy, determining potential set-asides such as total small business or Indian-owned enterprise designations. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package by November 5, 2024, detailing their qualifications, including relevant NAICS codes, socioeconomic status, and previous experience in similar projects. Contact information for Michael Austin, the Contract Specialist, is provided for inquiries. This process is non-binding and not a solicitation for proposals, aimed solely at gathering information to assess the market's capacity for these services.
    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for self-certification as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" in relation to solicitations under the Buy Indian Act by the Indian Health Service. It specifies that offerors must certify their eligibility as Indian Economic Enterprises at three critical points: when the offer is made, at the time of contract award, and throughout contract performance. The document warns that if the status changes during these periods, immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is required. It also emphasizes the necessity of registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) and highlights the legal ramifications of submitting false information. Offerors must indicate whether they meet the criteria for Indian ownership and provide relevant business details, including the name of the federally recognized tribal entity and DUNS number. This document plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance and integrity within government contracting for Indian entities, aiding in the promotion of economic development among Native American communities.
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