PCR analyzers for CLIA-waived respiratory PCR testing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of providing BIOFIRE SPOTFIRE FDA-cleared/authorized, CLIA-waived PCR analyzers and associated consumables for CLIA-waived respiratory PCR testing at all Oklahoma IHS Laboratories. This effort aims to establish and maintain critical respiratory testing capabilities. Responses are due by February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The Government is seeking vendors to provide:
- BIOFIRE SPOTFIRE CLIA-waived PCR analyzer systems (Control Station and Modules).
- CLIA-waived respiratory testing consumables (test panel consumables and quality control materials).
- Placement agreement services including delivery, installation, configuration, verification, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance/repairs, training, and technical/application support at no cost to the Government. Costs will be derived from consumable purchases.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Preference given to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47. ISBEEs and other small businesses are encouraged to respond.
- Anticipated Contract Structure: Placement agreement with a 12-month base period and four (4) option years, involving facility-level minimum quantity purchase commitments for consumables.
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Published: February 5, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a written response demonstrating their capability, experience, and ability to perform the work. Responses must include:
- Company Name, Socioeconomic Status, UEI, DUNS, Cage Code, Tax ID.
- Company point of contact, mailing address, telephone number(s), and website address.
- Applicable GSA Schedule number or other available procurement vehicle.
- SAM registration status (must be registered at http://www.sam.gov/).
- A completed Indian Health Service Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form (attached to the original notice).
- Capability statements are limited to five (5) pages.
How to Respond
Responses must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Krishna Harriman at krishna.harriman@ihs.gov. The subject line should include "IHS SS-26-IHS1520507 PCR analyzers for CLIA-waived respiratory PCR testing."
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses will not be returned, and no payment will be made for information provided. The Government reserves the right to use non-proprietary technical information in future solicitations. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in responses.