Book Vending Machines for Jeehdeez'a Elementary Sc
ID: 140A2325Q0047Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

VENDING AND COIN OPERATED MACHINES (3550)

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 Bureau of Indian Affairs, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking quotes for the procurement of two custom book vending machines for Jeehdeez’a Elementary School in Arizona. The project aims to enhance educational resources for K-5 grade students by providing engaging and branded vending machines that promote reading. This acquisition is specifically set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) vendors, with requirements including machine customization, delivery within 90 days, and a two-year warranty. Interested vendors must submit both a technical and price volume for evaluation, adhering to federal regulations and including necessary forms, with proposals due by the specified deadline. For further inquiries, potential quoters can contact Michael Drinkwater at michael.drinkwater@bie.edu.

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    The document outlines a Request for Quotes (RFQ) from the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Indian Education to procure two custom book vending machines for Jeehdeez’a Elementary School in Arizona. This acquisition is specifically set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) vendors. It details the requirements, including machine specifications, delivery expectations within 90 days, and a two-year warranty. The proposal necessitates the customization of the vending machines to reflect the school’s branding and engage its K-5 grade students. Quoters must provide both a technical and price volume for evaluation; the technical volume should demonstrate relevant experience and capabilities, while the price volume must specify an all-inclusive firm fixed price. Furthermore, the document emphasizes adherence to federal regulations and submission guidelines for proposals, including the inclusion of specific FAR clauses and the completion of an Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. Highlighting the necessity for compliance with background investigation standards to safeguard student interactions, the document thoroughly combines acquisition requirements with regulatory obligations, aiming to enhance educational resources at the school.
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