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THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR INFORMATION ONLY: THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTES/PROPOSALS OR AN INVITATION FOR BIDS.

THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AT THIS TIME. This request for capability information does not constitute a request for quotations or proposals. Submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary and will be used only for market research purposes to determine availability of sources, commerciality, and competitive strategy. The government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs associated with any response to this notice as incurred by prospective contractors.

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Project Title: Backhoe Loader

Tracking Number: SS-GSU-23-0024

The Indian Health Service (IHS), Gallup Service Unit, located in/at 516 E. Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM 87301 is seeking capable sources for a backhoe loader. DRAFT specifications/requirements include: power to lift and maneuver with a material load weighing 8,000 pounds or more; digging depth to at least 10 feet, diesel engine size of at least 143 horsepower, full hydraulic power at any speed, cold weather hydraulic package, engine block heater; 4WD or all-wheel drive capability, all weather tires, multiple forward and reverse speeds; hydraulic quick connections to add/remove accessories; enclosed cab with door lock, heat and air-conditioning to provide operator comfort in inclement weather, rearview mirror, keyed ignition, air ride seat; convenient and/or rapid transition controls when changing from backhoe to loader functions; standard safety features, cab lighting, exterior lights for working in nighttime conditions; standard warranty coverage should include a minimum of 1-year maintenance and warranty coverage.

The anticipated delivery date is 9/1/2023.

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 333120- Construction Machinery Manufacturing with a small business size standard of 1,250 Employees.

The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to provide supplies with those described in this notice.

In accordance with the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47, the Indian Health Service shall give preference at all times, as far as practicable, to Indian economic enterprises. If your firm is capable of providing the supplies and/or services described in this notice, complete the attached representation form and submit it along with the rest of the requested documents identified in this notice.

THE RESPONSES TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE/MARKET RESEARCH WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE ACQUISITION STRATEGY SUCH AS INDIAN-OWNED ENTERPRISE SET ASIDES, TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE, ANY OTHER SOCIO-ECONOMIC SET ASIDE, OR UNRESTRICTED.

NOTE: If this requirement is set-aside, FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting will apply; similarly-situated entity description applies. This clause requires that the concern perform at least 50 percent (50%) of the cost of the contract, not including the cost of materials, with its own employees.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:

All interested sources must submit a capabilities package to the primary point of contact listed below, no later than (NLT) 7/27/2023 at 10:00AM (MDT).

AT A MINIMUM, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE POC LISTED IN THIS NOTICE:

1. Confirm the Buy-Indian set-aside status you qualify for under following NAICS Code: 333120- Construction Machinery Manufacturing
   
   
   
   1. If the proposed NAICS is not the customary or applicable NAICS relative to the needs description, include your firm’s proposed NAICS and rationale for the different NAICS.
   
   
   
   


2. If claiming IEE or ISBEE status, complete and submit the attached IHS Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form.


3. If Non-Indian, indicate firm’s size – small or other-than-small; and other socio-economic program participation such as small-disadvantaged, 8(a)-certified, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and/or WOSB/EDWOSB


4. A positive statement of your intention to submit a quote to an upcoming solicitation as a prime contractor.


5. Provide firm’s UEI Number.


6. Evidence of recent (within the last five years) experience with work similar in type and scope to include:
   
   
   
   1. Contract Numbers
   
   
   2. Project Titles
   
   
   3. Dollar Amounts
   
   
   4. Percent and complete description of work self-performed.
   
   
   5. Customer points of contact with current telephone number and email address.
   
   
   
   

All of the above information must be submitted in sufficient detail for a decision to be made on availability of interested qualified Buy-Indian parties, or any other type of set aside.

Point of Contact:

Rodney Brown, Contract Specialist

Rodney.Brown@ihs.gov

Place of Performance:

Gallup Indian Medical Center

516 E. Nizhoni Blvd

Gallup, NM 87301

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION.

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