BLANKET PURCHASING AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS DENTAL SUPPLIES
ID: IHS11503304_3Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

PSC

DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6520)

Set Aside

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

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking capable Indian Economic Enterprises to establish a Blanket Purchasing Agreement for Miscellaneous Dental Supplies for the Dental Department at the Four Corners Regional Health Center in Red Mesa, Arizona. This opportunity is part of a market research effort to identify potential sources for dental supplies, with a contract period anticipated to span five years, including a base year and four optional renewal years. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 339114, which pertains to Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, and is subject to the Buy Indian Act, prioritizing Indian-owned businesses. Interested parties must submit their capabilities package to Verni Harrison-Yazza by November 1, 2024, including necessary certifications and evidence of relevant experience.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Verni Harrison-Yazza
    verni.harrison-yazza@ihs.gov
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    The Indian Health Service's Office of Management Services has issued a self-certification form under the Buy Indian Act for organizations to declare their status as an "Indian Economic Enterprise." The form requires offerors to certify that they meet specific criteria throughout various phases of the contracting process: when making an offer, during contract award, and throughout the contract's performance period. Offerors that no longer meet eligibility requirements must promptly notify the Contracting Officer. Successful bidders must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The document warns against providing false information, as it constitutes a violation of federal law, subject to penalties. The primary purpose of this solicitation is to ensure compliance with the Buy Indian Act, which aims to prioritize contracts for eligible Indian-owned businesses in federal procurement.
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