Special_Notice_-_IEEs_in_Specific_Industries_1.docx

SPECIAL NOTICE – REQUEST FOR CAPABILITY STATEMENTS

Purpose

Indian Affairs (IA) is conducting market research to identify Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of supporting potential procurement needs across several specialized industries. This market research will help IA determine whether future acquisitions can be procured under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47).

Vendors are invited to submit Capability Statements to: biaq@bia.gov

Background – Buy Indian Act

IA conducts market research as early as possible in the acquisition process to determine whether qualified IEEs/ISBEEs exist in the marketplace for the supplies or services required.

Under the Buy Indian Act, IA aims to:

· Maximize contracting opportunities for ISBEEs and IEEs;

· Foster competition among these firms whenever feasible; and

· Promote economic development within Indian Country.

While any qualifying IEE or ISBEE is invited to respond, IA is specifically seeking firms operating in industries less commonly represented in Buy Indian procurements.

Target NAICS Sectors

IA requests capability statements particularly from qualified IEEs and ISBEEs with experience in the following NAICS codes:

· 611710 – Educational Support Services

· 523991 – Trust, Fiduciary, and Custody Activities

· 541330 – Engineering Services

· 722310 – Food Service Contractors

· 311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing

Vendors capable of supporting operations in remote or geographically challenging locations are strongly encouraged to highlight this capability.

Submission Instructions

Please email your Capability Statement to biaq@bia.gov

Submissions should include:

· Company name, SAM.gov UEI, and confirmation of IEE/ISBEE status;

· Relevant NAICS codes and core competencies;

· Demonstrated experience in the industries listed above;

· Geographic service coverage, including the ability to serve remote locations;

· Points of contact.

There is no solicitation at this time. This notice is for market research only.

Response Deadline

Vendors are encouraged to submit as soon as possible. Responses will be reviewed on a rolling basis.