Yakama Emergency Egress Improvements
ID: 75H70125Q00011Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEDIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLESEATTLE, WA, 98121, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF HOSPITALS AND INFIRMARIES (Z2DA)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking small businesses to express interest in the Yakama Emergency Egress Improvements project located in Toppenish, Washington. This project aims to enhance emergency exit routes at Yakama Health clinics to comply with life safety regulations, with an estimated project cost ranging from $25,000 to $100,000. The initiative is particularly focused on engaging small businesses, especially those owned by Native Americans, women, or service-disabled veterans, to ensure compliance with federal contracting standards. Interested parties must submit their qualifications, including bonding capacity and relevant experience, by January 27, 2025, to Robert S. Miller at robert.miller2@ihs.gov or Andrew E. Hart at andrew.hart@ihs.gov.

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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) under the Department of Health and Human Services issued a self-certification form concerning the Buy Indian Act, designed to ensure that Offerors meet the criteria of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” during the solicitation process and throughout the contract duration. The document establishes that Offerors must declare their eligibility status and notify the Contracting Officer if they fail to meet criteria at any time. Additionally, it mandates registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) for successful bidders. Providing false information is legally punishable under U.S. law. The form includes sections for the names of owners and tribal entities, ensuring accountability and compliance with federal regulations. This mechanism aims to promote economic development within Indian communities by supporting Indian-owned businesses in accessing federal contracting opportunities.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought Request for Information regarding the Yakama Emergency Egress Improvements project in Toppenish, Washington. This notice is aimed at identifying interest and qualifications from various small businesses, particularly those owned by Native Americans, women, or service-disabled veterans. It is important to note that this is not a solicitation for proposals, and no proposals are being accepted at this time. The project involves necessary improvements to emergency exits at Yakama Health clinics, aiming to comply with life safety regulations. The estimated project cost is between $25,000 and $100,000, categorized under PSC code Z2DA for repairs to hospitals. Interested parties are required to submit company information, including bonding capacity and relevant project experience from the past six years. Native American businesses must also provide specific documentation of their eligibility. Responses to this request must be submitted by January 27, 2025, to the designated contact. The solicitation emphasizes that the information gathered will assist in market research and should align with federal contracting standards, ensuring that potential contractors understand the qualifications needed to participate in future solicitations.
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