Notice of Intent for POCT Data Management System
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 Indian Health Service (IHS), Navajo Area, Shiprock Service Unit has issued a Notice of Intent to restrict competition for a POCT Data Management System in Shiprock, NM. The agency intends to negotiate with Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Informatics, Inc. (UEI: H6ZLTSJFD465) for their RALS™ Data Management System. This system is critical for point of care testing (POCT) devices and requires interoperability with the existing RPMS system. Capability statements from interested vendors are due by May 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a RALS™ Data Management System to support point of care testing (POCT) devices. The primary justification for restricting competition is the essential need for continued interoperability with the existing RPMS system to preserve functionality, ensure accurate and timely data transmission, and avoid disruption to established clinical and reporting workflows.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Restrict Competition (Special Notice)
- Intended Awardee: Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Informatics, Inc.
- Period of Performance: Base year + 4 option years (each 12 months)
- NAICS: 518210 – Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services ($40.0 million size standard)
- PSC: DH10 - Platform Delivered As A Service For Databases And Middleware.
- Place of Performance: Shiprock, NM
- Response Due: May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM (MST)
- Published: May 15, 2026
Additional Notes
This is not a request for quotations, and a solicitation will not be issued. The Government will consider capability statements from any vendor believing they can provide the stated services. Information received will be used solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competition or proceed with a single-source award. Verbal responses are not accepted.
Point of Contact
Dallas Begay, Procurement Technician Email: Dallas.Begay@ihs.gov