Notice of Intent to Award a Sole-Source Contract for Test Kits
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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), on behalf of Gallup Indian Medical Center and Tohatchi Health Center in New Mexico, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole-Source Contract to Cepheid (UEI: W6HQTMWB9Q28). This contract is for test kits compatible with existing Cepheid equipment at both facilities. This notice is for informational purposes, and interested vendors may submit capability statements. Responses are due April 16, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
NAIHS intends to procure test kits to support the operations of Gallup Indian Medical Center and Tohatchi Health Center. The sole-source award to Cepheid is justified by the need for compatibility with currently installed Cepheid equipment, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. The NAICS code for this requirement is 325413, In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Sole-Source Award
- Vendor: Cepheid (UEI: W6HQTMWB9Q28)
- Period of Performance: Base year + two option years
- Legal Basis: Sole source pursuant to 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
Response Information
This is not a solicitation or request for offers. However, vendors who believe they can provide the required test kits, compatible with existing Cepheid equipment, may submit a capability statement. The government will consider these statements solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A solicitation will not be issued based on this notice.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due Date: April 16, 2026, by 8:30 AM MDT
- Published Date: April 1, 2026
- Point of Contact: Misty Billy, Contract Specialist, misty.billy@ihs.gov, 505-399-0177