Sole Source Notice - DVYWC IHS1512376

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.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE The Government hereby submits a notice of intent to award a sole source, firm fixed price purchase order to Gila River Indian Community, under NAICS code 221310 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems services, by the Phoenix Area Office (PAO) Indian Health Services (IHS) under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(2) (Soliciting from a Single Source). The requirement is for a vendor to provide Freshwater, Sewage, and Waste Removal Services at the Desert Visions Youth Wellness Center. This is NOT a request for quotes or proposals. If you can provide all of the equipment and services requested, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the Agency and may be e-mailed to Minkyu.kim@ihs.gov referencing notice number IHS1512376 NLT the date and time referenced on SAM.gov. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract acquisition based upon responses to the notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed. Information provided will be used to assess tradeoffs and alternatives available for the potential requirement and may lead to the development of a solicitation. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. Any solicitation resulting from the analysis of information obtained will be announced to the public in SAM.gov in accordance with the FAR Part 5. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response. The Government reserves the right to use any nonproprietary technical information in any resultant solicitation(s).