NNMC: TriCore Laboratory Testing Services
Overview
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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 Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS), Shiprock Service Unit, under the Indian Health Service, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to TriCore, Inc. for Laboratory Testing Services at the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM. This Special Notice indicates the government's determination that TriCore is the only vendor capable of meeting the requirements for high-complexity and STAT laboratory testing, including specimen transport and timely processing.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- High-complexity laboratory testing
- STAT laboratory testing
- Specimen transport
- Timely processing of critical tests without disruption to patient care
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source, Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Base year plus four option years (May 18, 2026, through May 17, 2030)
- NAICS: 621511 (Small Business Size Standard: $41.5 million)
- Response Due: May 7, 2026, at 10:00 am MDT
- Published: April 21, 2026
Action for Interested Parties
This notice is not a request for quotations or proposals. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the government's requirements may submit a capability statement. Responses must be in writing and demonstrate the vendor's ability to provide the required services. Information received will be considered for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement, but a solicitation will not be issued.
Contact Information
Contract Specialist: Michelle James Email: michelle.james@ihs.gov