Laboratory Reagents and other Laboratory Supplies

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form is a crucial document for businesses seeking contracts under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). It requires offerors to self-certify their status as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) as defined by HHSAR 326.601, ensuring they meet the definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. The form explicitly states that any change in eligibility requires immediate written notification to the Contracting Officer. It also warns against providing false or misleading information, citing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims during contract performance. Successful offerors must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The form includes a representation section where the offeror indicates whether they meet the IEE definition and provides spaces for the name of the 51% owner, certifying signature, printed name, name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, business name, and DUNS Number.

This government solicitation (75H71026Q00050) is an Indian-Owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside for the Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, specifically the Kayenta and Inscription House Health Centers. The solicitation, issued on January 16, 2026, with an offer due date of February 2, 2026, seeks laboratory reagents and supplies on an as-needed basis for the Inscription House Health Center Laboratory Department. Payment will be made electronically through the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The period of performance is from February 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Evaluation factors include technical capability, delivery schedule, and price, with no substitutions allowed. The document emphasizes adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) clauses, including those related to the Buy Indian Act and unauthorized commitments.