Dental Handpiece Supplies
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Crownpoint Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified sources for the purchase of Dental Handpiece Supplies. This effort aims to determine the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides and the involvement of Indian-owned economic enterprises. The requirement falls under NAICS 339114 (Dental Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard. Responses are due by February 02, 2026, at 10:00 am Mountain Daylight Saving Time.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought notice is for the supply purchase of Dental Handpiece Supplies for the Indian Health Service, Crownpoint Service Unit, located in Crownpoint, NM. The specific types and quantities of supplies are not detailed in this market research phase but relate to general dental equipment and supplies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 339114 - Dental Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing (Size Standard: 750 Employees)
- Set-Aside: Buy Indian Set-Aside (BICiv) is indicated, with market research specifically looking for Indian-owned economic enterprises.
- Response Due: February 02, 2026, 10:00 am MDT
- Published: January 26, 2026
- Place of Performance: Crownpoint, NM 87313, United States
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response to Brenda Joe at brenda.joe@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN - Equipment purchase of Dental Handpiece Supplies, SS-CPSU-26-1522277". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership (if applicable), and SAM.gov representations.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA/VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, the attached IHS IEE Representation Form must be submitted. This form requires self-certification of meeting the "Indian Economic Enterprise" definition under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; information gathered is solely for market research to inform the contracting office's acquisition strategy. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of any future offer submission. No financial responsibility is assumed by the government for response costs. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.