All in one visual acuity system
ID: IHS1511834Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

PSC

OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6540)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Smart System Standard all-in-one visual acuity system for the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, New Mexico. This procurement falls under the NAICS code 339115 for Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing and is specifically set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting Indian-owned businesses. The Request for Quotations (RFQ) is expected to be issued by April 21, 2025, with quotes due by April 28, 2025. Interested parties must maintain an active profile in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can contact Arlynda Largo at Arlynda.largo@ihs.gov or 505-786-2530 for further information.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Buy Indian Act Representation Form as part of a solicitation process, requiring self-certification from Offerors to verify their status as "Indian Economic Enterprises." To qualify, Offerors must meet the criteria set forth in the act at three key points: when the offer is made, at contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. If eligibility changes at any point, the contractor must notify the Contracting Officer immediately. Offerors are also required to be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). False statements in the representation can lead to severe legal consequences. The form includes a section for Offerors to confirm their status, providing essential identification details such as ownership and affiliation with a federally recognized tribal entity. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to support Indian-owned businesses through specific procurement processes aligned with the Buy Indian Act. The primary focus is to ensure that federal contracts benefit Indian communities and enterprises, emphasizing compliance and accountability within the contracting process.
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