License Management Tracking Software
ID: 75H701-25-Q-00030Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

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Software Publishers (513210)

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IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM PRODUCTS: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7H20)
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking information from businesses regarding the procurement of License Management Tracking Software to enhance the management of its software portfolio. The software must facilitate monitoring and reporting of license usage, provide alerts for concurrent use, allow remote access for multiple users, and enable license harvesting. This initiative is part of market research to identify capable firms, particularly small and Native American-owned businesses, in accordance with the Buy Indian Act. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by May 16, 2025, to Colleen Henry at colleen.henry@ihs.gov, and are encouraged to include relevant company information and certifications. No proposals are being requested at this stage, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract based on this notice.

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    The Indian Health Service's document outlines the requirements for self-certification as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act in the context of federal solicitations and contracts. It emphasizes that the offeror must meet this definition starting from the initial offer, through contract award, and during the entirety of performance. If eligibility changes at any point, the contractor must inform the Contracting Officer immediately. Additionally, successful offerors must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). The document warns against providing false information, stating that violations can lead to severe legal consequences under U.S. law. The representation section allows the offeror to affirm or deny their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise and requires the signature of a 51% owner, identification of the tribal entity involved, and a DUNS number. This document serves to ensure compliance and safeguard the integrity of contracts awarded under the Buy Indian Act, facilitating economic opportunities for Indian enterprises.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking information from businesses, particularly small and Native American-owned firms, regarding license management tracking software to improve the management of its software portfolio. This Sources Sought notice is part of market research aimed at understanding available capabilities without soliciting formal proposals. The software will need to support the monitoring and reporting of license usage, provide alerts, offer remote access for multiple users, and enable license harvesting. Interested businesses must submit capability statements detailing their qualifications by May 16, 2025. Additionally, the IHS emphasizes preference for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) under the Buy Indian Act when applicable. Although there is no obligation for the government to award contracts based on this notice, it serves as a preliminary step to potentially issue a formal solicitation. Respondents are encouraged to include relevant company information, and any questions should be directed to the provided contact.
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