Sources Sought Notice - Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Various Respiratory Therapy Supplies

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for respiratory therapy supplies for the Chinle Comprehensive Health Facility (CCHCF) during FY2026. The supplies are needed for direct patient care in various departments, including Emergency, Urgent Care, Intensive Care Units, and Outpatient clinics, to provide respiratory support and treatment.

• Respiratory therapy supplies compatible with the HVT (High Velocity Therapy) 2.0 System.

• Supplies for invasive and non-invasive procedures.

• Delivery of aerosol medication and oxygenated air via high-velocity therapy.

• Delivery of oxygenated air via high-flow and low-flow nasal cannula therapy.

• Supplies for patients with respiratory distress.

• Items must be packaged in sterile, single-patient use bags/containers.

• Technical expertise regarding respiratory products must be provided upon request.

• Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Period of Performance: December 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.

• Ordering: "As needed basis."

• Vendors must provide quotes with itemized lists, quantities, and costs.

• Orders must be processed within 48 hours.

• Packing slips are required with each shipment.

• Invoices must be submitted via the Invoice Process Platform (IPP).

• Vendors must have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) registered with SAM.

• Vendors must accept the Chinle Service Unit Tax Exemption.

• Government pricing or better is required.

• The location of work is the Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - Respiratory Therapy Department, Chinle, AZ.

• The POC is Dwan Teller, Supervisory Respiratory Therapist.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. It serves as a self-certification for offerors to confirm they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as defined by HHSAR 326.601, in response to a Sources Sought Notice, Request for Information (RFI), or Solicitation.

• Eligibility Criteria: The enterprise must meet the definition of "Indian Economic Enterprise" throughout the offer period, at the time of contract award, and during the full contract performance period.
• Notification Requirement: Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing if they no longer meet eligibility requirements.
• Documentation: Contracting Officers may require documentation of eligibility before awarding Buy Indian Act contracts.
• Registration: Successful offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM).
• Penalties: False or misleading information is a violation of law, punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims are subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287.
• Representation Section: Bidders must indicate whether they do or do not meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" with "Indian Ownership."
• Required Fields: Name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, Name of the 51% owner of IEE Firm, Business Name, DUNS Number, Certifying Signature, and Print Name.

This form is critical for any bidder seeking to qualify for contracts under the Buy Indian Act. Bidders must accurately complete this self-certification to demonstrate their eligibility. Failure to meet the criteria or provide accurate information can lead to disqualification or penalties.