IHS1512376_BIA Sources Sought.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SUBJECT: Supply of Freshwater, Sewer, and Solid Waste Removal Service

NAICS CODE: 221320 Sewage Treatment Facilities

POINT OF CONTACT: Minkyu Kim

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE (DELIVERY ADDRESS): Desert Vision Youth Wellness Center, 198 S Skill Center Road, Sacaton, AZ 85147

RESPONSE DATE/TIME: 07/07/25, 1159 CT

BUY INDIAN ACT

The IHS Contracting Officer will give priority for all purchases, regardless of dollar value, by utilizing ISBEE set-aside to the maximum extent possible. Each acquisition of supplies, services or construction that is subject to commercial items (FAR 12.209) or Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) (FAR 13.106) must be set-aside exclusively for ISBEEs.

Definition(s): INDIAN ECONOMIC ENTERPRISE (IEE) - Any business activity owned by one or more Indians, Federally Recognized Indian Tribes, or Alaska Native Corporations provided that:

The combined Indian, Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation ownership of the enterprise constitutes not less than 51%;

The Indian, Federal Recognized Indian Tribes, or Alaska Native Corporations must, together, receive at least 51% of the earnings from the contract; and

The management and daily business operations must be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians.

Definition: INDIAN SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMIC ENTERPRISE (ISBEE) – An IEE that is also a small business concern established in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR Part 121.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT

DYYWC is a 24-bed, 24-hour residential treatment facility and is accredited by The Joint Commission. The large footprint of the milieu garners upkeep, maintenance and emergency prevention, patient client injury prevention and safety. Freshwater is required to host patients, that meets or exceed EPA standards and fire suppression capabilities. Employees are not trained, certified to test and measure freshwater supply. In addition, solid waste removal is above the scope and equipment provided by the facility.

The objective of this contract is to ensure the provision of reliable, efficient, and sustainable water supply, solid waste management, and sewer services that meet all applicable regulatory standards. The contracted services shall:

• Water Services – Provide a safe, continuous, and high-quality water supply, ensuring compliance with health and environmental regulations while maintaining cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

• Sewer Services – Ensure proper wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations to protect public health and the environment.

• Solid Waste Management – Implement a comprehensive waste collection, disposal, and recycling program that promotes environmental sustainability and minimizes landfill use. Service shall be schedule on a weekly occurrence.

The contractor shall be responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, and reporting of these services, ensuring adherence to industry best practices, environmental sustainability, and cost efficiency.

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE.

INTERESTED PARTIES

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY; IT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE, RATHER MARKET RESEARCH TO

DETERMINE COMPLAINCE WITH THE BUY INDIAN ACT AND DETERMINATION OF SET-ASIDE.

All interested firms who can meet the requirements stated above should respond, in writing, INCLUDING ALL THE FOLLOWING:

1. Company name.

2. Point of contact (name/title/telephone number/e-mail address).

3. FSS / SEWP Contract number, if applicable.

4. DUNS number OR SAM Unique Entity Identifier Number.

5. Tax ID number.

6. Indication of which business category (IEE or ISBEE) for which the organization qualifies.

7. A capability statement that addresses the organizations qualifications and ability to provide the requirement depicted above.

Additionally, since IHS must conduct sufficient market research in determining if there is reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), for every commercial contract opportunity, in accordance with HHSAR 326.603-1.

To identify and support responsible IEE/ISBEE(s) and prevent circumvention or abuse of the Buy Indian Act, interested, qualified, vendors must provide the following:

Representation must be made on the designated IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form (attached) through which the offeror will self-certify eligibility; and, Identify the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation upon which the offeror relies for its IEE status.

Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications in conjunction with FAR 4.1102 required to be registered in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) at the time an offer or quotation is submitted in order to comply with the annual representations and certifications requirements. The Government will use responses to this notice to make an appropriate acquisition decision. This is the only notice: no other copies of this notice will be provided.

Attachment 1: IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form