Surveying, Engineering Technician, and Construction Inspection Services for the Northern District of the Nashville Area Office
ID: 285-25-RFQ-0002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (541370)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Nashville Area Office, is seeking qualified contractors to provide surveying, engineering technician, and construction inspection services for projects in the Northern District of New York. The procurement includes a base year and four optional years of service, with a structured requirement of 600 hours for engineering technician and surveying services in the initial years, and a reduction to 500 hours for inspection services in the later options. These services are crucial for ensuring compliance and quality in sanitation facility construction projects, particularly those related to water, wastewater, and solid waste systems near Indian Nation Territories. Interested parties should contact Paul Carr at paul.carr@ihs.gov or call 615-467-1567 for further details, and must adhere to the Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside requirements while ensuring compliance with wage determinations and federal regulations.

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    This document serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation for contracting commercial surveying and mapping services under solicitation number 285-25-RFQ-0002, exclusively set aside for Indian Owned Small Businesses. The contractor will provide essential support for sanitation facilities construction projects administered by the Indian Health Service's Office of Environmental Health and Engineering. The services include surveying, engineering technician duties, and construction inspection related to water, wastewater, and solid waste sanitation systems primarily near Indian Nation Territories in New York. Contractors must possess qualifications, including relevant experience and licensing for surveying and engineering roles. Proposals must include pricing, technical capability statements, and past performance documentation. Evaluation will prioritize price, technical capability, and past performance in descending order of importance. The document outlines travel reimbursement conditions, which adhere to Federal Travel Regulations, and establishes contract terms, conditions, and required certifications for compliance with federal regulations. This solicitation highlights the government's commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring quality construction and environmental compliance in sanitation facility projects.
    The Indian Health Service's "Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" facilitates self-certification for vendors claiming to qualify as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under federal law. This form is a mandatory part of the solicitation process, ensuring that eligible offerors are Indian-owned businesses across three critical phases: at the offer submission, at contract award, and throughout contract execution. If any contractor loses its eligibility during these times, immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is required. The document stresses the importance of truthfulness in submissions, outlining penalties for any false claims or misleading information, which contravenes federal statutes. In addition, successful applicants must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). This initiative underscores the government's commitment to supporting Native American enterprises in accessing contracts, while holding them accountable for their claims under the Buy Indian Act.
    This document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Engineering Technician, Surveying, and Inspection Services for the Northern District in the Nashville Area Office. The structure is divided into a base year and four optional subsequent years, with each year detailing specific line items for hourly services. Each of the main service categories—Engineering Technician Services, Surveying Services, and Inspection Services—requires 600 hours of work in the base year and option years one and two, while options three and four reduce the required inspection hours to 500. This RFP aims to secure professional technical services essential for supporting various projects in the specified region, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the engineering and construction processes. The clear delineation of hours and categories emphasizes the structured approach required by the federal and state funding mechanisms, showcasing the government’s commitment to effective project management and oversight.
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-4147 under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, regarding wage and benefit requirements for federal contracts in New York, specifically Erie and Niagara counties. It establishes minimum wage rates mandated by Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, detailing rates for various occupations, such as Administrative Support, Automotive Service, and Health Occupations. For contracts initiated after January 30, 2022, workers must receive at least $17.20 per hour, while those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, must earn at least $12.90 per hour, unless a higher rate is specified in the wage determination. Additionally, the document addresses mandatory fringe benefits and protections for workers, including health and welfare benefits, paid sick leave, and vacation entitlements. It stipulates the obligations for employers in relation to uniform allowances and additional payments based on hazardous work conditions. The information is essential for compliance with labor laws for contractors involved in federal service contracts, ensuring fair compensation and worker protections.
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