Locally Sourced Artwork for IHS, Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center
ID: 75H71526Q00011-SSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Graphic Design Services (541430)

PSC

PHOTO/MAP/PRINT/PUBLICATION- ARTS/GRAPHICS (T001)

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/workspace/contract/opp/dda1b91809c046ec8c8efe57efc74a3c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified vendors to provide locally sourced artwork for the Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center (MATHC) in Charles City, Virginia. The objective is to design, procure, and install culturally appropriate artwork that reflects the identity and healing traditions of the Native American population, particularly the woodland tribes of Eastern Virginia. This initiative is crucial for creating a welcoming environment in the new facility, which spans 25,000 square feet, and will include a variety of artistic expressions such as murals, framed artwork, and three-dimensional pieces. Interested vendors must respond to the sources sought notice by submitting their qualifications and relevant documentation to Courtney Davis at courtney.davis@ihs.gov by the specified deadline. The project duration is estimated at one year, and the procurement is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE).

    Point(s) of Contact
    Courtney Davis
    (629) 248-4259
    courtney.davis@ihs.gov
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    IHS-IEE-Representation-Form_Jan-2022.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) “Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form” is a crucial document for businesses seeking to participate in solicitations, sources sought, or requests for information (RFIs) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This form requires Offerors to self-certify that they meet the definition of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) as per HHSAR 326.601. This eligibility must be maintained at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Failure to meet these requirements or providing false information can lead to severe penalties, including those under 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731. Successful Offerors must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The form includes a representation section for the Offeror to confirm their IEE status, along with spaces for ownership details, certifying signature, and business information.
    Statement of Work.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines the Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center's (MATHC) need for culturally appropriate artwork to display in its new 25,000 square foot facility in Charles City, VA. The objective is to create a space reflecting the cultural identity and healing traditions of the Native American population it serves, particularly the woodland tribes of Eastern Virginia. The project requires an agency or group to design, procure, and install art from indigenous tribal artists, preferably from the Pamunkey, Chickahominy, Eastern Chickahominy, Rappahannock, Upper Mattaponi, and/or Nansemond tribes. The artwork should be a mix of historical and modern art, cohesive throughout the clinic, and may include murals, framed artwork, three-dimensional pieces for display cases, encased quilt work, and tribal flags. The period of performance for design to installation is one year from the award date, with work to be completed while the facility is occupied. A committee with tribal and clinic representation will review and approve all artwork. The contractor is responsible for installation, ensuring minimal disruption to clinic operations, and adhering to GSA standard rates for artist travel. Payment will be made monthly via the Invoice Processing Platform after installation.
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