Hopi Health Care Center Optometry Calibration
ID: IHS1505654Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide calibration certification services for optometry medical eye equipment at the Hopi Health Care Center in Arizona. The procurement aims to ensure reliable maintenance of essential medical equipment, which is critical for delivering quality healthcare services to the community. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) emphasizes compliance with federal acquisition regulations and requires that a minimum of 60% of the work be conducted on-site, with proposals due by January 17, 2025. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Dale C. Clark at dale.clark@ihs.gov and ensure they meet all submission requirements, including SAM registration and a Federal Tax ID number.

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    Dale C Clark
    dale.clark@ihs.gov
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    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Indian Health Service (IHS), concerning calibration and certification services for optometry medical eye equipment at the Hopi Health Care Center in Polacca, Arizona. This notice aims to gauge market interest and identify potential contractors, particularly emphasizing compliance with the Buy Indian Act. The notice highlights the priority for contracts to be awarded to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), which must meet specific criteria regarding ownership, management, and operational control. Interested vendors are instructed to provide various details, including company information, contracts identifiers, and a capability statement that showcases their qualifications for fulfilling the requirements. The IHS aims to ensure there is a reasonable expectation of receiving competitive offers from IEEs for commercial contract opportunities. Interested parties are reminded of their obligations related to the System for Award Management (SAM) registration and must submit a self-certification form regarding their IEE status. This market research effort does not constitute a request for quotes but rather a method to assess potential suppliers for future opportunities.
    This document outlines the Request for Quotation (RFQ) IHS1505654 for calibration services at the Hopi Health Care Center, including crucial clauses, provisions, and conditions required for contract compliance. It specifies invoicing instructions requiring electronic submission via the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform, with conditions for alternate procedures. Various contract clauses are referenced, mainly from the Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), underscoring compliance with laws and executive orders related to commercial products and services. Key provisions include the contractor's obligation to conduct a minimum of 60% of work on-site, the timeframe for commencing and completing work, and the terms for evaluating offers which prioritize the lowest price technically acceptable. The document emphasizes that the Department of Health and Human Services is tax-exempt under specific Arizona legislation. Overall, this RFQ serves as a formal solicitation for service providers, ensuring adherence to legal, safety, and operational standards while facilitating the procurement of essential calibration services for public health facilities.
    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for calibration services for Optometry Medical Eye Equipment, issued by the Indian Health Service under reference number IHS1505654. The solicitation is announced as a combined synopsis/solicitation in accordance with federal acquisition regulations, and it specifically targets small businesses. Proposals are due by January 17, 2025, and must be submitted via email with specific company information required, including SAM registration and a Federal Tax ID number. Interested vendors can submit inquiries until January 13, 2024, after which submissions will not be considered. The RFQ includes provisions from relevant federal acquisition regulations, confirming its adherence to compliance standards. The purpose of this solicitation is to procure calibration services under a Firm Fixed Price award, ensuring the government's need for reliable medical equipment maintenance is met in a timely manner.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) under the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has issued a representation form associated with the Buy Indian Act pertaining to Indian Economic Enterprises. The document serves as a self-certification tool for Offerors to confirm their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise when submitting responses to solicitations or Requests for Information (RFIs). It emphasizes the necessity for such enterprises to maintain their eligibility throughout the offer, award, and contract performance stages. If the status changes, immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is required. Additionally, successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM) and provide truthful information, as any misrepresentation carries significant legal penalties. The form includes sections for certification of ownership, the name of the tribal entity, and the business details, ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Buy Indian Act, which promotes economic growth for tribal enterprises.
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