NOTICE OF INTENT: Repair of Bulk Oxygen Tank at Crownpoint Service Unit
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, Crownpoint Service Unit in Crownpoint, NM, has issued a Notice of Intent to restrict competition and award a contract to COOKS CRYOGENIC SERVICE INC (UEI: FDYHWYFEDB23) for the repair of a bulk oxygen tank supply system. This notice is not a request for quotations, but interested vendors who believe they can provide the stated services may submit a capability statement.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the repair of the bulk oxygen tank supply system at the Crownpoint Service Unit. The applicable NAICS code is 238220 – Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. Delivery is required within 45 days or sooner after award.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Restrict Competition)
- Intended Awardee: COOKS CRYOGENIC SERVICE INC
- Place of Performance: Crownpoint, NM
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to restrict competition)
- Capability Statement Due: March 5, 2026, by 10:00 AM (MST)
- Published: February 19, 2026
Justification & Response
The IHS intends to restrict competition because COOKS CRYOGENIC SERVICE, INC. is deemed uniquely qualified to satisfy the government's need, and no other supplies or services will meet agency requirements. This notice does not constitute a solicitation. Vendors who believe they can provide the required services are invited to submit a capability statement via email to Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov. Verbal responses will not be considered. The government retains sole discretion on whether to conduct a competition based on responses received.
Point of Contact
Janice Martinez, Supervisory Contract Specialist Email: Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov Phone: 505-786-6216