Sol_75H70726Q00039 terms and conditions.pdf

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This solicitation is issued for commercial products and/or commercial services in accordance with FAR Part 12 and FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.

The solicitation number is 75H70726Q00039 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

The solicitation document and incorporated (Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

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provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC)

2026-01.

The associated North American Industrial

Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 325120, with a corresponding small business size standard of 1,200 employees.

Any award resulting from this solicitation will be made on an unrestricted basis.

Solicitation Reference:

Quoters shall reference Solicitation No.

75H70726Q00039 in all correspondence related to this requirement.

Submission Requirements:

To be considered for award, all quoters shall submit the following:

1. Technical Capability (Volume I)

2. Past Performance (Volume II)

3. Price/Quote (Volume III)

4. A sign 1449, including acknowledgement of all amendments

Submission of Questions:

All questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing via email no later than

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April 29, 2026, by 03:00 PM (MDT) to shannon.eldridge-shorty@ihs.gov. Quoters are encouraged to submit questions as early as possible to allow sufficient time for Government response.

Submission of Quotations:

All quotations shall be submitted via email to shannon.eldridge-shorty@ihs.gov, no later than

May 06, 2026, at 03:00 PM (MDT). Failure to comply with instructions and terms of this solicitation may result in the quotation being determined unacceptable and ineligible for award.

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Solicitation 75H70726Q00039 Replace and Install bulk storage tank

Continuation from SF1449

SECTION B GENERAL CONTRACT INFORMATION

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Indian Health Service (IHS), Albuquerque Area Office (AAO), requires the replacement of an existing bulk liquid oxygen (LOX) storage system at the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC), Zuni, New Mexico.

1. The Government intends to make a single award resulting from this solicitation.

2. Contract prices-

a. This solicitation will result in a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. The total contract price shall be the amount awarded based on the successful .

b. As an independent Contractor, the Contractor is solely responsible for billing, collecting, and remitting all applicable federal, state, and local taxes arising from services performed under this agreement, including New Mexico Gross Receipt Taxes (NMGRT), if applicable. The Contractor is responsible for all IRS, State of New Mexico, and other tax obligations. IHS will not withhold taxes or issue a W-2. IHS is generally subject to tax on services, not supplies unless otherwise exempt. If applicable, a W-9 form may be submitted in support of a non-taxable transaction or tax-exempt transaction.

c. All pricing shall include labor, supervision, materials, equipment, crane services, rigging, permits (if required), travel, per diem, lodging, taxes, insurance, bonding, testing, waste disposal, restoration, commissioning, documentation, and all incidental work necessary to complete the project in accordance with the contract documents. Failure to price any line items shall render the quotation nonresponsive.

Pricing Table:

CLIN Description Unit: Qty: Unit Price: Amount

Mobilization, submittals, construction schedule, site-specific safety plan, ICRA coordination, lift plan, and QA/QC plan

LS 1 $ $

002 Demolition and removal of existing LOX tank, associated piping, concrete pad, and fencing LS 1 $ $

Furnish and install new 1,500-gallon LOX bulk tank complete (tank, vaporizer, manifold assembly, economizer circuit, reserve assembly, valves, controls, accessories)

LS 1 $ $

004 Construct new reinforced concrete pad (code-compliant, including seismic requirements) LS 1 $ $

005 Install new fencing and access gate LS 1 $ $

006 Crane, rigging, multi-truck support, and tank placement LS 1 $ $

Underground trenching (approximately 70 LF at 24-inch depth), install two separate 1-inch PVC conduits (signal & line voltage), backfill, compact, and restore

LS 1 $ $

Electrical and alarm work (junction boxes, signal wiring, troubleshooting existing wiring, and alarm testing to master panels)

LS 1 $ $

Medical gas system testing, verification, and commissioning (NFPA 99 compliant; ASSE-certified verification required)

LS 1 $ $

Closeout documentation (as-builts, O&M manuals, warranty documentation, training, and final acceptance package)

LS 1 $ $

Allowance-unforeseen underground conditions (rock, undocumented utilities, unsuitable soils), NTE, CO approval required prior to use

LS 1 $ $

012 Unit Price-additional trenching beyond 70 LF LF TBD $ $

013 Unit Price-additional concrete beyond base design CY TBD $ $

Grand Total: $

Note: CLIN 011 is a Government-established allowance and shall not be altered. It will be included in the total evaluated price but may only be used with prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

Note: Unit price CLINs (012 and 013) will be evaluated using estimated quantities for evaluation purposes only.

Actual quantities may vary.

Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination #NM20260011, published date 01/02/2026 applies to this requirement.

SECTION C DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES.

The contract shall be performed in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, Local, Tribal and IHS requirements, with minimal disturbance and maximum protection of government personnel, property and the public.

Background. Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC) is located in southwestern New Mexico and provides inpatient and outpatient healthcare services to surrounding communities.

Objective. The objective of this requirement is to replace existing bulk liquid storage tank and install a new bulk liquid oxygen tank system.

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and services necessary to perform the work in accordance with this Statement of Work.

Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center- Bulk Oxygen Tank System Replacement

1. Bulk Oxygen System Replacement and Installation.

The Contractor shall remove the existing bulk oxygen tank, furnish, and install a new 1,500-gallon liquid oxygen (LOX) bulk tank system, including, but not limited to:

New 1,500-gallon bulk oxygen tank system New manifold control center, with switches, bypasses, connection points, and meters in a single location New alarm panel and vaporizer compatible with the 1,500-gallon (LOX) system Reserve assembly piping and valves Connection of piping from the new liquid oxygen tank to the backup manifold in the reserve cylinder closet in compliance with NFPA 99, including redundant final line pressure regulators Inlet strainers and economizer circuit components, including all required valves, fittings, and controls One 1-inch flanged switching manifold with bypass and seven valves All associated piping, valves, fittings, and accessories Labor, crane services, multi-truck support required to lift, unload, and place the new tank o Crane Safety planning o Preparation of lift plans when required o Coordination with the Facilities Department

All work must comply with NFPA 99

2. Site Preparation The Contractor shall:

Remove the existing concrete pad and all fencing sections Construct a new concrete pad, compliant with applicable code and seismic specifications Install new fencing with an access gate in accordance with applicable requirements

3. Underground Electrical and Signal Conduit Installation

The Contractor shall:

Hand-excavate and backfill approximately 70 feet of trench to a depth of 24 inches from the southwest side of the hospital bulk oxygen pad Locate and verify all existing underground utilities prior to excavation in accordance with applicable utility locating requirements Install two 1-inch underground PVC conduits:

o One conduit for signal wiring o One conduit for line-voltage wiring

Install signal and line-voltage wiring in separate conduits to prevent interference Route signal wiring to a junction box located inside the bulk oxygen fence enclosure Ensure all underground conduit installations shall comply with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and applicable local requirements Provide as-built documentation showing final location, routing, and depth of all underground electrical and signal conduits Backfill, compact, and restore all excavated areas to existing conditions

4. Electrical and Alarm System Work.

The Contractor shall provide:

One new voltage junction box located one foot above grade at the building One new voltage junction box inside the bulk oxygen fence enclosure

The Contactor shall also:

Pull new signal wiring for the following alarms:

o Liquid oxygen level low o Oxygen reserve in use o Oxygen reserve low

Route signals from the new bulk tank junction box to the existing signal junction box located inside the cylinder closet

Troubleshoot and repair existing non-functioning signal wiring from the cylinder closet junction box to both master alarm panels

Test and verify proper operation of all oxygen alarm signals to both master alarm panels

All alarm and electrical work shall be subject to inspection and acceptance by the Government.

5. Contractor Qualifications.

The Contractor shall ensure the following:

Personnel performing medical gas work are certified in accordance with NFPA 99 and ASSE 6010/6020 requirements.

Required insurance coverage is maintained for the duration of the contract, including general liability, All electrical work is performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with applicable state and local licensing requirements, including installation of 110/120-volt life safety system circuit breakers Crane operators are licensed and certified in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (Cranes and Derricks in Construction). Crane safety planning and lift plans are prepared as required, and coordinated with the Facilities Department

Final inspection and verification of the new system and connection to the existing system is performed by a Medical Gas System Verifier certified to ASSE 6030

6. Facility Responsibilities and Coordination.

The Government, through the Facilities department, will coordinate system shutdown and provide required support, including:

Emergency backup portable oxygen systems and portable vacuum units during construction Coordination with the oxygen suppliers to:

o Implement Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) measures o Shut off required electrical breakers during work o Address any additional site-specific requirements

7. FAR 52.237-1 Site Visit (APR 1984) Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

Potential offerors are encouraged to visit the facility prior to submitting a quotation to familiarize themselves with site conditions and the scope of work. Contact Andrew Chicharello (COR) at 505-782-7430 or email andrew.chicharello@ihs.gov to schedule a site visit for the week of April 22, 2026, through April 30, 2026.

Failure to attend the site visit shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for accurately estimating the cost and complexity of the work.

8. Subcontracting.

The Contractor may utilize subcontractors to perform portions of the work; however, the Contractor remains fully responsible for the performance of all work under this contract.

The Contractor shall obtain prior written approval from the Contracting Officer before subcontracting any critical elements of the work, including but not limited to medical gas system installation, verification, or other specialized services.

All subcontractors shall meet the same qualification, certification, licensing, and insurance requirements specified in this contract.

9. Government-Furnished Property and Services.

Government-furnished property or services, if any, will be identified by the Government during performance.

The COR will serve as the point of contact for coordination of any Government-furnished materials.

SECTION D - PACKAGING AND MARKING-N/A

SECTION E - INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE.

1. Inspection and acceptance.

All work under this contract is subject to inspection and final acceptance by the Contracting Officer or the duly authorized representative of the Government. The COR, as a duly authorized representative of the Contracting Officer, will monitor the Contractor's performance, evaluate the quality of services provided, and perform inspection and acceptance of all deliverables and services required under the contract.

2. The Contractor shall be paid upon submission of a proper invoice following completion, inspection, and acceptance of the work by the Government.

SECTION F Period of Performance

1. Period of Performance: 120 calendar days after notice to proceed.

2. Place of Performance:

a. Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC) 21B Avenue Zuni, New Mexico 87327

3. Hours of Operation. Normal working hours are 08:00 AM through 05:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and Federal holidays. Any deviation from normal working hours shall be coordinated in advance with the COR.

4. Government holidays (U.S. Government): Federal Holidays *Federal holidays, and any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States to be a national holiday.

SECTION G - CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

1. Authorities of Government Personnel:

Notwithstanding the Contractor's responsibility for total management during the performance of this contract, contract administration will require coordination between the Government and the Contractor.

Government points of contact will be identified in the solicitation and resulting award document.

2. Contracting Officer/Contracting Specialist:

The Contracting Officer (CO) is the only individual authorized to modify this contract. The CO and any designated Contract Specialist (CS) responsible for administrative and contractual matters will be identified in the solicitation and resulting award document:

a. Shannon Eldridge-Shorty, Contract Specialist (CS) Indian Health Service/Division of Contracts & Grants Management (DCGM) 4101 Indian School Rd NE, Suite 225 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 505-256-6768; email: shannon.eldridge-shorty@ihs.gov

All communications concerning contractual or administrative matters shall be directed to the CO or CS identified in the solicitation or award.

The Federal Acquisition Regulation defines an unauthorized commitment as an agreement that is not binding solely because the government representative who made it lacked the authority to enter into that agreement on behalf of the government. Only contracting officers have the authority to make purchases or award contracts. Upon receipt and/or execution of any order placed for goods or services, the vendor shall verify that the Government Agent issuing the order has necessary authority to enter into the purchase order/contract. If it is determined that the vendor failed to do so, they may be held liable for future Unauthorized Commitments.

3. C (COR):

a. Andrew Chicharello, andrew.chicharello@ihs.gov, 505-782-7430 is hereby designated as COR for this service. The COR responsibilities will be to coordinate with the contractor the technical aspects of this service and the review of performance hereunder. The COR does not have the authority to change or alter the order amount, terms and conditions.

b.

(1) Monitoring the technical progress, including surveillance and assessment of performance and recommending technical changes,

(2) Interpreting the Statement of Work (SOW) in coordination with the Contracting Officer (CO),

(3) Technical evaluation as required,

(4) Technical inspections and acceptance,

(5) Assisting the Contractor in the resolution of technical problems encountered during the performance of the contract.

4. Invoice Requirements:

a. The Contractor shall submit invoice in arrears in accordance with contract terms.

b. The Contractor shall electronically submit all proper invoices, with required supporting documentation, through the Invoice Processing Platform ipp.gov. Failure to upload required documents may delay payment.

c. The Contractor shall include the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) on each invoice.

d. Invoices shall be submitted in accordance with the contract terms, including payment schedule, progress payments, partial payments, or deliverable requirement, as applicable.

e. The Contractor shall provide a request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, if required.

f. Credit memos will not be accepted as a form of refund. All refunds are to be submitted by check addressed to:

Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service

Division of Accounts Receivable 4101 Indian School Road NE, Suite 225 Albuquerque, NM 87110

g. A W-9 form shall be submitted to the designated Government accounting office, as instructed in the award: Encrypted email: ALB_AOAPinvoices@ihs.gov or Secure Fax: (505) 256-6851.

SECTION H - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS.

1. Reporting Requirement:

a. Contractor Performance Evaluation Report.

will be evaluated on an interim and final basis pursuant to FAR Subpart 42.15. Evaluation will become part any significant subcontractors or affiliates, past performance on future contracts.

b. Contractor Performance Assessment Report System (CPARS) is an on-line reporting system CPARS.gov.

The Contractor Performance Report is completed by the COR electronically and sent to the Contractor for review and approval at the end of each performance period as an interim report and at the end of the contract performance as a final report. After review by the Contracting Officer, the report becomes a

c. Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR). In the event of unsatisfactory contract performance, the Contracting Officer (CO) will issue a CDR that will explain the circumstances and finding concerning the incomplete or unsatisfactory service. The Contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the CDR and respond in writing as to how they correct the unacceptable performance and avoid recurrence. The Government shall review the

R as part of an overall evaluation of Contractor performance when determining present or future contractual obligations.

PART II CONTRACT CLAUSES.

SECTION I CONTRACT CLAUSES.

1. FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at these website address: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul | Acquisition.GOV

FAR Clause No.: Title: Date:

52.202-1 Definitions JUN 2020 52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.203-5 Covenant against Contingent Fees MAY 2014 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures JUN 2020

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights NOV 2023 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel JAN 2011

52.204-13 System for Award Management - Maintenance MAR 2026

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services MAR 2026

52.216-4 Economic Price Adjustment-Labor and Material JAN 2017 52.222-3 Convict Labor MAR 2026 52.222-6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements MAR 2026 52.222-7 Withholding of funds MAR 2026 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records MAR 2026 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees MAR 2026

52.222-10 Compliance and Copeland Act Requirements MAR 2026 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) MAR 2026 52.222-12 Contract Termination Debarment MAY 2014

52.222-13 Compliance with Construction Wage Rate Requirements and Related Regulations MAY 2014

52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards MAR 2026 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility MAY 2014 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons MAR 2026

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving MAY 2024

52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes MAR 2026 52.232-11 Extras APR 1984

52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management OCT 2018

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations JUN 2013

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors MAR 2023

52.233-3 Protest After Award MAR 2026 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim MAR 2026 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions APR 1984 52.236-3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work MAR 2026 52.236-5 Material and Workmanship MAR 2026 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities MAR 2026 52.237-3 Continuity of Services JAN 1991

52.242-15 Stop-Work Order AUG 1989 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services MAR 2026 52.245-1 Government Property SEP 2021 52.246-4 Inspection of Services-Fixed Price AUG 1996 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms MAR 2026

The following clauses are in full text:

2. FAR 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days. (End of clause)

3. FAR 52.236-9 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, AND

IMPROVEMENTS (MAR 2026)

(a) The Contractor shall preserve and protect structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site, which are not to be removed, and which do not unreasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer.

(b) The Contractor shall protect from damage and, in the event of damage resulting from non-compliance with this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work, shall promptly repair existing improvements and utilities at or near the work site, on adjacent property of a third party, and on or near transportation paths and routes. The Contractor shall repair any damage, including those that are the property of a third party.

(c) If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor. (End of clause)

4. FAR 52.236-12 CLEANING UP (MAR 2026)

(a) The Contractor shall keep the work area, including storage areas, in a clean, neat, orderly condition, and free from accumulations of waste materials.

(b) Before completing the work, the Contractor shall remove from the site any rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government. (End of clause)

5. FAR 52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.

6. Per FAR Class Deviation 2025-09 Amendment 1: System updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in this solicitation. Contracting officers will rely on representations from offers based on provisions in the solicitation. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.

7. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ACQUISITION REGULATION (HHSAR) (48 CFR CHAPTER 3)

CLAUSES

This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and affect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at these addresses: HHS Acquisition Regulations (HHSAR) | HHS.gov.

HHSAR Clause No.: Title: Date:

352.227-70 Publication and Publicity DEC 2015

Following clauses in full text:

8. HHSAR 352.232-71 - ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF INVOICE PAYMENT REQUESTS (FEB 2022)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause Payment request means a bill, voucher, invoice, or request for contract financing payment with associated supporting documentation. The payment request must comply with the requirements identified in and the applicable Payment clause included in this contract.

(b) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this clause, the Contractor shall submit payment requests electronically using the Department of Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) or successor system.

Information regarding IPP, including IPP Customer Support contact information, is available at www.ipp.gov or any successor site.

(c) The Contractor may submit payment requests using other than IPP only when the Contracting Officer authorizes alternate procedures in writing in accordance with HHS procedures. Unless otherwise agreed to by the contracting officer per HHSAR 352.232-71(c), the use of IPP shall take precedence over previously established invoicing procedures.

(d) If alternate payment procedures are authorized, the Contractor shall include a copy of the Contracting Officer's written authorization with each payment request. Unless otherwise agreed to by the contracting officer per HHSAR 352.232-71(c), the use of IPP shall take precedence over previously established invoicing procedures. (End of clause)

PART III - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS.

SECTION J - List of attachments

IDENTIFIER DESCRIPTION # OF PAGES

Attachment #1 Past Performance Survey (template) 4 Attachment #3 Pricing Table 1 Attachment #4 Q&A form 1

PART IV - REPRESENTATION AND INSTRUCTIONS.

SECTION K REPRESENATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS.

1. Provisions- This solicitation incorporates one or more provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): FAR | Acquisition.GOV

FAR Provisions No.: Title: Date:

52.204-7 System for Award Management-Registration MAR 2026

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services MAR 2026

52.233-2 Service of Protest MAR 2026

The following provisions are in full text:

2. FAR 52.209-11 - REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING DELINQUENT TAX LIABILITY OR A

FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (MAR 2026)

(a) The Government will not enter into a contract with any corporation that

(1) Has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, where the awarding agency is aware of the unpaid tax liability, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that suspension or debarment is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government; or

(2) Was convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law within the preceding 24 months, where the awarding agency is aware of the conviction, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government.

(b) The Offeror represents that (1) which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability; and

(2) within the preceding 24 months. (End of provision)

3. FAR 52.212-2 EVALUATION-COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERICAL SERVICES (MAR 2026)

(a) Evaluation factors. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors will be used to evaluate offers:

1. Technical Capability (Volume I) no more than 25 pages.

2. Past Performance (Volume II) no more than 15 pages.

3. Price/Quote (Volume III) no more than 10 pages.

Evaluation factors other than price when combined are significantly more important than price.

(b) Options (if applicable). The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. The evaluation of options does not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

(c) Notice of award. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further ion time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. (End of provision)

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS.

1. Instructions to Offerors:

a. Contractors shall be registered under SAM (System for Award Management - Home | SAM.gov) to be considered for award.

b. The SF1449 and amendments shall be signed by an official authorized by your organization.

c. The quotation submitted in response to this solicitation shall become a part of the official contract file.

d. All questions shall be submitted in writing. The Government will respond to questions collectively in a single written response to all potential vendors. Questions shall be submitted using the following format.

Solicitation Page # Section # Section Title Question e.

successful performance. Quotations that merely paraphrase the requirements stated in Section 5 without providing substantive information will be considered unacceptable. Additionally, quotations that address only part of the requirements will be considered nonresponsive and ineligible for award.

f. The Indian Health Service (IHS), Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC) will evaluate quotations solely based on the information furnished by the quoter. The Government is not responsible for locating or obtaining information not included in the quotation.

g. This solicitation does not permit the Government to pay any of the costs incurred in the preparation or submission of quotations. The Contracting Officer is the only individual authorized to legally commit the Government to the expenditure of public funds related to this requirement.

h. Service of Protest. In accordance with FAR 52.233-2 and FAR 33.101:

(1) Protests filed directly with the agency, and copies of protests filed with the Government

Accountability Office (GAO), shall be served on the Contracting Officer by obtaining written and dated acknowledgment of receipt at the following address: Indian Health Service Division of Contracts & Grants Management (DCGM), 4101 Indian School Road NE, Suite 225, Albuquerque, NM 87110.

(2) A copy of protest filed with the GAO shall be received by the Contracting Officer (CO) within one (1) day of filing with the GAO.

SECTION M - EVALUTION FACTORS FOR AWARD.

1. Technical Capability Evaluation (Volume I)

The Government will evaluate the extent to which the offeror demonstrates a clear, feasible, and compliant approach to performing the required work.

Technical Subfactors The evaluation will consider the following:

Technical Approach -Understanding of the scope, completeness of approach, and compliance with NFPA 99 and NFPA 70

Schedule and Phasing- Realistic schedule, sequencing of work, and ability to minimize disruption to hospital operations

Safey and ICRA-Site-specific safety approach, infection control measures, and risk mitigation strategies

Personnel Qualifications-Required certifications, licenses, and relevant experience

Technical Adjectival Ratings Rating: Description:

Outstanding Exceeds requirements with multiple strengths and very low risk of unsuccessful performance

Good Meets requirements with strengths and low risk of unsuccessful performance

Acceptable Meets requirements with an adequate approach and no significant weaknesses

Marginal Does not clearly meet requirements and contains weaknesses that increase performance risk

Unacceptable Fails to meet requirements or contains deficiencies proposal is not eligible for award

Evaluation Method-Technical The Government will evaluate quotations based on strengths, weaknesses, and deficiencies. Failure to adequately address required elements may result in a lower rating or an unacceptable rating.

2. Past Performance Evaluation (Volume II) The Government will evaluate past performance to assess the likelihood of successful contract performance.

Evaluation Criteria:

Recent (within the past five years) Relevance (similar size, scope, and complexity) Quality of performance (timeliness, cost control, and compliance) o The Government may use information obtained from reference and CPARs.

o A completed past performance survey from previous customers; or o If surveys cannot be obtained, narrative submission is acceptable if they contain sufficient information for evaluation. A narrative description including contract title, customer name, point of contact, period of performance, services performed, and performance outcomes, including quality, timeliness, cost control, and regulatory compliance.

Past Performance Confidence Ratings Rating: Description:

High Confidence High expectation of successful performance

Some Confidence Reasonable expectation of successful performance

Low Confidence Low expectation of successful performance

Neutral Confidence No relevant past performance available

Evaluation Method-Past Performance The Government will assign a confidence rating based on the overall assessment of recency, relevance, and quality of performance. A neutral confidence rating will not be evaluated favorably or unfavorably.

3. Price Evaluation (Volume III) The Government will evaluate price for reasonableness, completeness, and reasonable distribution across CLINs.

The evaluation will include:

Total evaluated price CLIN-level pricing for completeness and balance Unit-price CLINs using estimated quantities for evaluation purposes only Allowance CLIN inclusion in total evaluated price

The Government may reject quotations that are:

Unbalanced Unrealistically low, indicating performance risk Unrealistically high,

4. Best Value Tradeoff Determination The Government will perform an integrated assessment of all evaluation factors.

The Government intends to award one Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order using the best value determination under FAR part 12. Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quotation represents the best value to the Government, considering technical capability, past performance, and price.

Award may be made to other than the lowest-priced offeror if the Government determines that the technical advantages or reduced performance risk of a higher-rated quotation justify the additional cost.

SECTION N: Required supporting documents.

Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination #NM20260011, published date 01/02/2026 applies to this requirement.