Sources Sought - Bobcat Compact Articulated Loader L28 or Equal

Project ID: 75H70926BAO_056 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	Indian Health Service
Deadline	06/19/26
Posted	06/12/26
Estimated Value	$45,000 - $85,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	333120 - Construction Machinery Manufacturing
PSC	3805 - Earth Moving And Excavating Equipment
Location	MT 59526 United States

Description

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Summary

This is a Sources Sought notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. Pursuant to 48 CFR Part 326, Subpart 326.603-3 and IHM 5.5-6, Indian Health Service must use the negotiation authority of the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47, to give preference to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) whenever the use of that authority is authorized and practicable. The Government is seeking to identify Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), and any other category of vendor capable of performing the below Indian Health Services (IHS) requirement. Any vendor responding to this notice should submit their capability statement as well as the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form (attached). Consistent with the revised Buy Indian Act, HHS/IHS adopted the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) set forth in 48 CFR 1480.201. This definition includes the following requirement, amongst others: the Indians or Indian Tribes must, together, receive at least a majority of the earnings from the contract. . Instructions for submission are outlined further below. DEFINITIONS 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.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT

NAICS: 333120 Construction Machinery Manufacturing

Size Standard

1,250

INSTRUCTIONS TO INDUSTRY

ISBEEs are highly encouraged to respond to this notice. However, firms must also understand that generic capability statements are not sufficient for effective evaluation of their capacity and capability to perform the work required. To be considered a capable source, responses must directly demonstrate the company's capability, experience, and ability to provide services as shown below. Your response must include but is not limited to the following: Number of years of experience in providing routine services as stated in the Statement of Work. List of past jobs/contracts of providing routine services as stated in the Statement of Work. Demonstrate how your company meets the definition for Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) in consideration to this requirement. Demonstrate how your company will receive at least 51% of the earnings from the awarded contract. If identifying a partnership with a subcontractor that is a similarly situated entity, demonstrate how together with the subcontractor you will receive a combined 51% of the earnings from the contract. If identifying a partnership with a subcontractor that is NOT a similarly situated entity, demonstrate how you will receive 51% of the earnings from the contract. Demonstrate how the prime IEE, or together with the subcontractor, will conduct management and daily operations to be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians. Failure to address these items in your capability statement could exclude your firm from being determined a capable IEE/ISBEE source. SUBMISSION Interested parties capable of performing the required services may submit a response via email to: mitzi.horn@ihs.gov no later than 10 days from the date of the sources sought announcement. Interested parties shall submit their capability response as instructed above and include a copy of the Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. It is recommended to include the sources sought ID in the subject line.

Sources Sought ID

SS-75H70926BAO_056. Responses received to this notice will assist in determining the acquisition strategy of the requirement.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking to identify Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) capable of fulfilling a requirement for the purchase of a Bobcat Compact Articulated Loader L28 or an equivalent model. This initiative is in accordance with the Buy Indian Act, which mandates preference for Indian Economic Enterprises whenever feasible. The goal is to enhance operational efficiency and safety at the service unit, particularly in snow removal and maintenance tasks. Work Details The contract involves the purchase of a Bobcat L28 Small Articulated Loader, which will be utilized for snow removal during winter months and maintenance tasks throughout the year. The required attachments include: - Bucket/Plow for snow removal - Sweeper for sidewalks maintenance - Mowing attachment for summer grass maintenance - Fork attachment for loading and unloading trucks. The contractor must deliver the equipment to FT Belknap Health Center in Harlem, Montana, within 30 days after contract award. Preventative maintenance must follow the original equipment manufacturer's schedule, and onsite training on proper usage is required upon installation and annually thereafter. Period of Performance 30 days after award of contract. Place of Performance 669 Agency Main Street, Harlem, MT 59526. Bidder Requirements Bidders must demonstrate their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE), ensuring that at least 51% of earnings from the contract will go to Indians or Indian Tribes. Responses must include capability statements detailing experience in providing similar services, past contracts, and how they meet IEE criteria. If partnering with subcontractors, bidders must show how they will collectively meet the earnings requirement.

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