The Indian Health Service (IHS) utilizes the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form to ensure compliance with 25 U.S.C. 47. This form requires offerors to self-certify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) as defined by HHSAR 326.601, throughout the offer, award, and contract performance periods. Failure to maintain eligibility necessitates immediate written notification to the Contracting Officer. While self-certification is key, Contracting Officers may request additional documentation, and awards are subject to protest if eligibility is questioned. Successful offerors must also register with the System for Award Management (SAM). The document warns against submitting false or misleading information, citing 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. The form includes a representation section for the offeror to affirm or deny meeting the IEE definition, requiring signatures, names, tribal entity information, business name, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking proposals for the upgrade of medical cabinetry systems at the Urgent Care Department of the Inscription House Health Center in Shonto, Arizona. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is designated as an Indian-Owned, Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. The project requires the contractor to provide and install new, easy-to-clean, non-porous, smooth-surface, and durable medical cabinets, countertops, and plumbing fixtures in five specific locations within the Urgent Care Department. The scope of work includes removing old cabinetry, disposing of debris, and patching and painting walls. The period of performance is 120 days or less upon award, with work to be conducted primarily during weekdays, with weekends open for scheduling. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, experience with similar projects, delivery, and price. The RFP includes detailed clauses on various federal acquisition regulations and Department of Health and Human Services acquisition regulations, emphasizing electronic payment submission and the role of a Contracting Officer's Representative.