What We Do
The Salado Isolation Mining Contractors LLC (SIMCO) Acquisition department serves, supports, and collaborates with the Department of Energy (DOE) and all operational departments to deliver highly effective and efficient procurements of goods and services to the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) site and associated facilities.
WIPP maintained a strong institutional commitment to small business subcontracting over the years and strives to continue this commitment. The Small Business Program promotes WIPP’s, managed by SIMCO, commitment to supplier diversity.
Please contact Small Business Manager George Garcia for more information: George.Garcia@wipp.doe.gov or 575-234-7390.
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Becoming a SIMCO/WIPP Supplier
We provide opportunities to different Small Businesses and seek suppliers that will provide the best value, can fulfill necessary capabilities, and deliver results. We require our suppliers to be registered with the System for Award Management prior to doing business.
Potential suppliers who want to do business with SIMCO must submit a Supplier Application Form. This form provides us with information about your organization and the products or services you offer. Please note that completion does not guarantee award or pre-qualification. If an award is made, a Procurement Representative will reach out to verify the information provided on the Supplier Application.
To inquire on upcoming procurements not posted in the Current Procurement Opportunities page, to be added to our list of potential suppliers, or to receive additional assistance, interested businesses can reach out to our Opportunities Team at WIPP.Supplier@wipp.doe.gov . Please include a description of your business, products and/or services you provide, and a completed Supplier Application.
How to Start
Potential suppliers who want to do business with SIMCO must submit a completed Supplier Application. The potential supplier certifies their business is a small business, including socioeconomic status, based upon completion of the application. The supplier should be able to provide copies of any certifications or letters from the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) documenting their certification status if requested.
Potential suppliers must identify the size standard under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code that reflects the industry they represent. NAICS codes can be found on the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) website.
What we buy
Commercial Products and Services
Common items purchased through Local Vendor Agreement contracts and through the Small Purchase Team:
– Audio and video supplies
– Computer equipment and accessories
– Electronics
– Information technology, hardware, software
– Rubber stamps, printing, and office Supplies
– Bulk paper
– Furniture
– Lumber
– Metals
– Plastics, tools
– Wire/cable
– Belts and bearings
– Building hardware
– Chemicals
– Calibration equipment
– V-belts, motors, shears, sprockets, chain bearings
– Welding and soldering material
– Hardware supplies
– Supplies for building, cleaning/janitorial services, electrical
– Laboratory, photographic, plumbing, vacuum system products
Support Services and Staff Augmentation
Our innovative solutions are designed to address the unique needs of our clients and drive success.
Personalized Approach
Including:
– Major/Minor construction services
– Architectural/engineering services
– Real property
Additional Information
Submitting Invoices
Electronic invoices are the preferred method for invoicing and shall be emailed to: SIMCOAccountsPayable@wipp.doe.gov. Hardcopy invoices are only to be submitted if the supplier does not have the capability of submitting invoices electronically. In this case, invoices can be mailed to:
Salado Isolation Mining Contractors
Attn: Accounts Payable GSA-206
P. O. Box 2078
Carlsbad, NM 88221-2078
See the individual purchase order for additional invoicing requirements.
Tax Status
Suppliers should note that sales tax on Purchase Orders and Purchase Credit Cards with SIMCO will not be paid. Please contact SIMCONTTC@wipp.doe.gov to obtain copies of your NTTCs or if you have any questions.
As the Management and Operating (M&O) Contractor, SIMCO is allowed to issue Type 5 (Services), Type 6 (Construction) and Type 15 (materials/product) Non-Taxable Transaction Certificates (NTTCs) to New Mexico and out-of-state subcontractors/suppliers. The NTTC entitles the seller to deduct those receipts when determining taxable gross receipts. In practice, this means SIMCO can purchase goods and services free of the gross receipts tax that is usually passed on to the buyer via an invoice, as the New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax (NMGRT) is considered an unallowable cost to the Government. SIMCO will pay NMGRT on the costs incurred per the contract as the M&O Contractor to the U.S. Department of Energy for the WIPP Project.
Applicability
This exemption applies only to the Subcontractor, not to any lower tier subcontractors or suppliers. For work performed in New Mexico, and New Mexico Suppliers/subcontractors are required to register with State of New Mexico and provide a Combined Reporting System (CRS) identification number obtained from the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department. The subcontractor shall be responsible for following all applicable federal, state, and local tax laws, including payment of all federal, state, and local taxes, as applicable. The subcontractor shall be responsible for the flow down of all applicable federal, state, and local tax requirements to any lower tier suppliers it uses in the performance of this subcontract. Tax obligations of lower tier suppliers shall be the responsibility of the subcontractor and/or the lower tier supplier.
Drop Shipping Exceptions
SIMCO may occasionally drop-ship items to an out-of-state destination for employees working at Generator sites or for employees working remotely. SIMCO will provide the New Mexico NTTC necessary for exemption to the vendor. Sales and use tax exemption rules vary from state to state, therefore the vendor may not accept the New Mexico NTTC, but will require an exemption certificate applicable to the ship to state. If SIMCO is not registered for sales and use tax purposes in the ship to state or does not have an exemption in line with the particular state’s rules, SIMCO may be required to pay the sales or use tax as necessary.
Current Procurement Opportunities
References
System for Award Management
The System for Award Management (SAM) (SAM.gov) is an official website of the U.S. Government. There is no cost to use SAM.gov. You can use this site to register to do business with the U.S. Government or update the status of your entity registration (See: SAM About Page for complete details)
Small Business Association
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent agency of the federal government that aids, counsels, assists, and protects the interests of small business concerns among other responsibilities. (See: SBA About Organization Page for complete details)
DOE Small Business Toolbox
The DOE Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)’s Guide can be utilized for doing business with DOE as a Small Business.
NM Apex Accelerators
APEX Accelerators, formally known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), is a government-funded program providing assistance to small businesses who want to sell their goods or services to the government.
NM Small Business Development Center
New Mexico Small Business Development Center Program is partially funded by United States Small Business Administration and New Mexico state legislature to provide FREE Small Business assistance to existing business owners and potential small businesses in the state of New Mexico.