NNMC - Physician Surgery (Orthopedic)
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
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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), Shiprock Service Unit, Northern Navajo Medical Center is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify prospective sources for Physician Surgery (Orthopedic) Services in Shiprock, NM. This is not a solicitation but aims to inform the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides and the identification of Indian-owned economic enterprises. Responses are due by February 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST.
Purpose & Scope
The government requires Physician Surgery (Orthopedic) Services. This Sources Sought is a means of conducting market research (FAR 10.001) to determine the contracting office's acquisition strategy, including competition, set-asides, and locating Indian-owned economic enterprises. The applicable NAICS code is 621111 – Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), with a small business size standard of $16M.
Key Requirements for Submission
Interested parties must submit the following information:
- Company Profile: Include UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC information, business size and 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 and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to perform the described services, including current and past performance history for similar requirements, and established contracts (e.g., GSA or VA Schedule).
- IHS IEE Representation Form: If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, submit the completed "Indian Health Service Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form." This form is critical for self-certification under the Buy Indian Act and requires details such as the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, 51% owner, Business Name, and DUNS Number.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 621111 ($16M Small Business Size Standard)
- Set-Aside: None specified (being determined through market research)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM MST
- Published: February 18, 2026
Submission Details
Responses must be submitted via email to Beverly Begay at beverly.begay@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN_NNMC- Physician Surgery (Orthopedic) 1521501".
Important Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in response. Offerors are required to be registered in SAM.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided.