Pharmacy Labels and Supplies for the Northern Cheyenne Service Unit, Lame Deer, Montana

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of providing pharmacy supplies to the Northern Cheyenne Service Unit. This is not a solicitation but a request for capability statements to determine the acquisition strategy, prioritizing IEEs under the Buy Indian Act. The required supplies include prescription labels, medication bags, prescription blanks, and padded mailers, falling under NAICS code 323111 (Commercial Printing) and PSC 8105 (Bags and Sacks). Interested vendors must demonstrate how they meet the IEE definition, specifically regarding 51% ownership, earnings, and Indian control of management and daily operations. Responses, including the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form, are due by April 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm (MST) via email.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form is a crucial document for businesses seeking to participate in federal contracting opportunities 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 defined by HHSAR 326.601, not only at the time of offer submission but also at contract award and throughout the entire performance period. The document emphasizes the legal ramifications of submitting false or misleading information, referencing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims during contract performance. Additionally, successful offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The form includes sections for the offeror to represent their IEE status, provide the name of the 51% owner, certifying signature, print name, name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, Business Name, and UEI SAM Number.

The NCSU Pharmacy requires a consistent supply of prescription labels, medication bags, prescription blanks, and padded mailers for daily operations. This document outlines the technical specifications and minimum requirements for these supplies, which will be ordered as needed. Key items include 2x4” custom prescription labels compatible with ScriptPro automation, various sizes of medication bags (4lb, 6lb, 12lb, 20lb) with a preference for the IHS logo, tamper-resistant prescription pads meeting state and federal regulations, and padded poly mailers (6x10” and 8.5x12”) for mailing prescriptions. This procurement ensures the pharmacy can maintain essential services and comply with regulatory standards.