NNMC - Optometrist 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, Northern Navajo Medical Center is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for Optometrist Services in Shiprock, NM. This is a Sources Sought notice to determine the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides for Indian-owned economic enterprises. Responses are due March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government requires Optometrist Services. This market research aims to identify prospective sources capable of fulfilling this requirement. Interested parties should demonstrate their capability to perform such services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 621320 – Offices of Optometrists (Small Business Size Standard: $9M)
- Set-Aside: None specified for this notice; market research aims to identify Indian-owned economic enterprises for potential future set-asides under the Buy Indian Act.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM MST
- Published: February 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses by March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM MST to Beverly Begay at beverly.begay@ihs.gov with the subject line SSN_NNMC-Optometrist Services_1520540. Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC, business size, ownership type, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership (if applicable), SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to perform the required services, including current/past performance or established contracts (GSA/VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, submit the attached IHS IEE Representation Form. This form is critical for self-certifying eligibility under the Buy Indian Act and requires confirmation of meeting the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" throughout the contract period.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; it is for market research only. The government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time an offer or quotation is submitted for any future solicitation. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.