LED Lighting Replacement at Pine Ridge Hospital
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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 Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms for LED Lighting Replacement at Pine Ridge Hospital in Pine Ridge, SD. The anticipated magnitude for this construction project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Responses are due by May 01, 2026, at 5 PM CT.
Purpose
This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY for market research (FAR Part 10) to gauge interest, capabilities, and qualifications of firms, especially small businesses. The primary goal is to determine if a 100% Set Aside for Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Firms or a 100% Set Aside for Small Business Concerns can fulfill the requirements. This is not a solicitation, and no proposals are being requested or accepted.
Scope of Work
The project involves replacing all fluorescent and incandescent light fixtures with LED fixtures at the Pine Ridge Hospital, including interior lights not yet converted. This also includes introducing control systems for all lights. The contractor will be responsible for demolition, new installation, and cleanup. All electrical installation must be performed by an electrician licensed in South Dakota. The new lighting system will be LED nLight type or an approved equivalent, utilizing relay packs and occupancy sensors in corridors and rooms, adhering to NFPA 101. Life Safety circuited lights must achieve 100% illumination during power outages, and all lights must be dimmable to 10% power. The contractor must submit a plan of fixture types and locations, and verify linear lengths for new atrium strip lights.
Submission Requirements
Interested PRIME CONTRACTORS must submit a capabilities statement (maximum 10 pages) demonstrating experience in similar construction projects. The submission must include:
- Company Information: Unique Entity ID, CAGE code, name, address, and point of contact.
- Proposal Intent: Indicate if your firm would submit a proposal if a solicitation is issued.
- Business Type: Specify if Native American-owned, SBA certified 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and/or Small Business. Native American-owned (IEE/ISBEE) firms must complete "Attachment 1: IHS IEE Representation" and provide Tribal enrollment/certificate of Degree of Indian Blood documentation (redacting PII).
- Bond Capacity: Single and aggregate bonding capacities.
- Experience: At least two (2) but no more than five (5) similar projects completed within the last seven (7) years, detailing role (Prime/Sub), construction dates, contract value, location, complexity, federal/state/tribal/other project type, and project references. If using affiliate experience, clearly demonstrate meaningful involvement.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors ($19.0M size standard)
- Anticipated Magnitude: $500,000 - $1,000,000
- Response Due: May 01, 2026, 5 PM CT
- Published Date: April 16, 2026
- Place of Performance: Pine Ridge, SD 57770
Additional Notes
This is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a future solicitation. The government will not reimburse responders for submission costs. Respondents will not be notified of the results of this synopsis. The "Attachment 1: IHS IEE Representation Form" is critical for firms seeking to participate in opportunities designated for Indian Economic Enterprises.