Cepheid Test Kits - Ute Mountain Ute Health Center - Towaoc, CO
ID: 75H70725Q00045Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87110, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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/opp/f95ab7d1b56047a0ac8b0d5196a56597/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Cepheid Test Kits for the Ute Mountain Ute Health Center located in Towaoc, Colorado. The procurement involves an annual requirement for 200 units of the XP3COV2/FLU/RSV-10 test kits, with a focus on engaging Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) to fulfill this need. These test kits are crucial for ensuring that health facilities have the necessary supplies for effective patient testing, reflecting ongoing federal investments in health resources. Interested parties must submit their offers via email to Shandiin DeWolfe by 5:30 PM MDT on April 30, 2025, and are encouraged to direct any inquiries regarding the solicitation to the same contact by April 24, 2025.

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    Shandiin DeWolfe
    (505) 256-6755
    Shandiin.DeWolfe@ihs.gov
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    Fillable Table - 75H70725Q00045.docx
    The Ute Mountain Ute Health Center has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ No. 75H70725Q00045) for the procurement of XP3COV2/FLU/RSV-10 test kits. The RFQ outlines pricing and delivery expectations over several years, with the base year and multiple optional years, from 2025 to 2030. Each year anticipates the procurement of 200 kits, and bidders must specify kit prices, shipping costs (if separate), and total pricing, which must be tax-exempt, with an option for a Non-Taxable Transaction Certificate available post-award. The structure organizes the request into five lines for various years and includes guidance for bidders on quoting format. This procurement is part of efforts to ensure health facilities have necessary testing supplies and is indicative of ongoing federal investments in health resources. The document seeks competitive bids to meet the health center's requirements efficiently and cost-effectively.
    IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for self-certifying as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act for federal contracting opportunities, specifically from the Indian Health Service. It mandates that offerors must meet this designation at the time of their proposal, contract award, and throughout the performance of the contract. Offerors must notify the Contracting Officer immediately if they no longer meet eligibility criteria. Additionally, they must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The form requires the 51% owner's name, a signature, and other relevant business details. It stresses the consequences of providing false information, which can lead to severe penalties under federal law. This document serves as a vital component of federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs), aiming to promote economic enterprise among Indian-owned businesses while ensuring compliance and accountability in the contracting process.
    RFQ NO. 75H70725Q00045.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), specifically for the purchase of Cepheid Test Kits to support the Ute Mountain Ute Health Center in Towaoc, Colorado. The solicitation aims to procure 200 units of the XP3COV2/FLU/RSV-10 testing kits annually, with the process reserved for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs). The request emphasizes compliance with various federal regulations and outlines specific delivery requirements and invoicing procedures. The Contracting Officer, Shandiin DeWolfe, oversees the procurement process, assisted by the designated Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) responsible for the technical oversight of the contracted services. Vendors must adhere to electronic invoicing guidelines and include comprehensive supporting documents with their submissions. The document further establishes clauses of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR), governing the procurement process, including payment procedures, contractor responsibilities, and compliance measures to safeguard against potential fraudulent activities. This RFQ exemplifies the government’s commitment to engaging small businesses while maintaining strict regulatory compliance in federal procurement practices.
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