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The supplies will be delivered weekly to the Blackfeet Service Unit, PHS Indian Hospital, 760 Hospital Circle, Browning, Montana 59417. Delivery is FOB Destination. The vendor will provide specific foods and beverages to patient diet modifications per physician diet orders. Supplies are used for the food service department for inpatient meals. The Government requests a quantity discount for any items that are ordered through the contract.

PRICE SCHEDULE - FOOD SUPPLIES: See Attachment for List of Supplies.

ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: December 1, 2022 through November 30, 2023.

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.