Firm fixed purchase order for Lab testing at the QNBMHF in Belcourt ND
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Quentin N Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility (QNBMHCF) in Belcourt, ND, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) capable of providing firm fixed-price lab testing services. This market research aims to determine the availability of qualified vendors for tests such as GC, Chlamydia, Stool for O & P, Hep B, and Pertussis, including the provision of transport tubes and media. Responses are due by March 31, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time.
Scope of Work
The objective is to secure a contract for lab testing services that QNBMHCF is unable to perform in-house. The selected entity will conduct daily testing of specimens, provide results via US Mail, and immediately notify QNBMHCF of critical results by phone. Additionally, the contractor will supply necessary materials for specimen collection and shipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for a potential Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: Upon date of award until delivery and acceptance of all items.
- Place of Performance: Quentin N Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility, Belcourt, ND.
- Set-Aside: Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 541380, Testing Laboratories and Services (other relevant NAICS will be considered).
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Central Time.
- Published: March 13, 2026.
Capability Statement Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capability statement (not exceeding 10 single-sided pages, 12-point font) including:
- General opinions on the requirement's feasibility and innovative ideas.
- Current capability, capacity, prior similar experience, and organizational/management capability.
- Examples of prior Government contracts.
- UEI number, organization name, address, point of contact, and business size/type (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone).
- Indication of current certified small business status on the first page.
Submission & Contact
- Submission Method: Email capability statements to Jody Keplin at Jody.Keplin@ihs.gov.
- Subject Line: Must include "Sources Sought Number IHS-BSU-26-1524407".
- Point of Contact: Jody Keplin, Purchasing Agent, Jody.Keplin@ihs.gov.
Important Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or an obligation by IHS. Responses will inform the appropriate acquisition method and potential set-aside. IHS does not intend to award a contract based on this notice, but it may lead to a Request for Quote (RFQ). No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in responses. Invoicing will be required via the Department of Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).