Grinder Pumps
Overview
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Place of Performance
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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 Cheyenne River Health Center (CRHC) in Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Indian Small Businesses Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) capable of providing two (2) Zoeller Grinder Pumps.
Opportunity Details
This is a market research tool to determine the appropriate acquisition method, including potential set-asides, prior to issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ). This notice does not constitute a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. No reimbursement will be made for response costs.
Scope of Work
The CRHC maintenance department requires two (2) Zoeller Grinder Pumps to manage water drainage from the lower level of the facility. The contractor shall provide equipment meeting the following salient characteristics:
- Model: G6426
- Volts: 460, Hertz: 60, Phase: 3
- BHP: 40, RPM: 1,750
- Discharge: 6 inch Flanged Horizontal
- Solids Capacity: 4 inch
- Motor Type: Submersible (with specific features like dual shaft seals, cast iron housing, stainless steel components, corrosion-resistant finish, and 100% computer testing).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price, Commercial Item, Purchase Order)
- NAICS Code: 333914 (Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing)
- Period of Performance: 60 days from Date of Award (for delivery)
- Place of Performance: Cheyenne River Health Center, 24276 166th St., Eagle Butte, South Dakota 57625
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST)
- Published: May 8, 2026
Capability Statement Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capability statement (not exceeding 10 single-sided pages, 12-point font) via email. It must include:
- Company Name, POC, mailing address, email, phone, website.
- Company UEI number.
- Business size and type (e.g., ISBEE/IEE, 8(a), SDVOSB), with SAM registration confirmation.
- Capability narrative.
- Relevant Past Performance demonstrating current capability and capacity to provide the equipment.
Submission & Contact
Submit capability statements via email to Wenda Wright, Contract Specialist, at wenda.wright@ihs.gov. The subject line must include "Sources Sought Number SS-26-IHS-1524059".