Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility Laboratory Department Specimen Transport Services
SOL #: 75H71026Q00058Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Health And Human Services
Indian Health Service
NAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC
WINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, United States
Place of Performance
Chinle, AZ
NAICS
Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)
PSC
Courier And Messenger Services (R602)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 1, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 8, 2026, 11:00 PM
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Indian Health Service (IHS), specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for specimen transport services for the Laboratory Department at the Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility in Chinle, AZ. This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for "as needed" services to transport clinical laboratory specimens to facilities in Phoenix or Flagstaff, Arizona. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due April 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide "as needed" specimen transport services, including:
- Pickup: Within 8 hours of notification.
- Delivery: Within 24 hours of pick-up.
- Handling: Specimens must be handled, stored, and delivered in accordance with state and federal biohazard shipping guidelines.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, excluding federally recognized holidays.
- Estimated Volume: Approximately 20 pick-ups and deliveries per month (240 annually).
- Personnel: Courier drivers must be familiar with the local area.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-priced contract.
- Period of Performance:
- Base Year: April 15, 2026 - April 14, 2027
- Option Year 1: April 15, 2027 - April 14, 2028
- Option Year 2: April 15, 2028 - April 14, 2029
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 492110 (Couriers and Local Messenger Services) with a $1,500 size standard.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT.
- Submission Format: PDF format, with specific volume labeling required for Administrative Documents, Past Performance, Technical Capability, and Price.
- Evaluation Factors: Past Performance and Technical Capability (combined, significantly more important than cost or price), and Price.
- Award Intent: The government intends to award without discussions.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Nora Nutlouis, nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov, 928-674-7801.
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Posted: Apr 1, 2026