FCRHC - Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services
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), Shiprock Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify prospective sources for Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services. This requirement is anticipated to include a base year plus four option years. The primary goal is to determine the acquisition strategy, potential set-asides, and identify Indian-owned economic enterprises. Responses are due by March 05, 2026, at 12 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive Laundry and Dry Cleaning services to support the Indian Health Service, Shiprock Service Unit. The specific details of the services will be further defined in a potential future solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Not a Solicitation)
- Anticipated Duration: Base year + 4 option years
- NAICS Code: 812320 – Drycleaning and Laundry Services
- Small Business Size Standard: $8.0 Million
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research, including potential for Indian-owned economic enterprises.
- Response Due: March 05, 2026, 12 PM MST
- Published: February 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response via email to William.Lee@ihs.gov with the subject line “SS-SRSU-26-0010”. 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/certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to perform the described services, including current/past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA, VA Schedule).
- IHS 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 completed and submitted. This form is a self-certification for meeting the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only; it is not a solicitation. The government will not assume financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. SAM.gov registration is required for offerors/quoters at the time of any future solicitation submission. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.