The Indian Health Service (IHS) is requesting quotations for the purchase of two new Kubota utility vehicles, specifically the RTV-X1100CWL and RTV-X1140WL-H models, for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) categorized as Native American small businesses under the North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) code 336112. All submissions must include a detailed quotation covering equipment, services, and options, and must be provided by an authorized original equipment manufacturer (OEM) dealer or distributor.
The procurement stipulates that quotes must focus on new equipment, and the delivery will occur at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. Invoices must adhere to specific guidelines to facilitate electronic processing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) as mandated by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The submission deadline is July 22, 2025. The winning bid will be selected based on the lowest price technically acceptable to the government, which will evaluate proposals based on technical solutions, past performance, and pricing.
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking contractors to supply two new diesel utility vehicles (UTVs) for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center as part of a Sources Sought notice. The vehicles requested are specific Kubota models, and the procurement emphasizes new equipment only, explicitly ruling out remanufactured or gray market items. To qualify, vendors must be authorized dealers or distributors, ensuring warranty and service compliance with original manufacturer terms. The location for delivery is provided, and the solicitation assists in determining market capabilities and potential small business set-asides as per the Buy Indian Act. Responses should identify the vendor's socio-economic status, aligning with SBA standards, and be submitted by July 9, 2025. Payment for this procurement will utilize the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), with precise invoice submission guidelines outlined. This notice serves as foundational research for an eventual Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP).