Pre-con Risk Assessment, Asbestos and Water Intrusion
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), specifically the Phoenix Area Indian Health Service, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Pre-construction Risk Assessment, Asbestos Safety, and Water Intrusion Services at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Phoenix, AZ. This procurement is a Buy Indian Set-Aside and seeks support to comply with PIMC policies. Proposals are due May 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide comprehensive services including:
- Assisting PIMC with ICRA 2.0 requirements and providing construction labor.
- Delivering 24/7 rapid response for drying clean and contaminated water leaks, adhering to ANSI/IICRC S500-2021 standards.
- Providing industrial hygiene services and recommendations for mold and contaminated water remediation.
- Performing demolition and remediation of materials containing asbestos, lead, or affected by mold/contaminated water.
- Abating asbestos-containing materials (e.g., VCT tiles, mastic, ductwork tape) and lead-glazed ceramic tile.
- Providing asbestos and lead air/surface sampling and clearance letters.
- Supplying necessary parts, tools, and construction materials.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed-Priced Contract.
- Period of Performance: A base year (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods, extending through June 30, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Buy Indian Set-Aside (ISBEE/IEE).
- NAICS Code: 562910 Remediation Services.
- Proposal Due: May 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM MST.
- Technical Questions Due: May 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM MST.
- Published Date: April 16, 2026.
Performance Standards & Special Requirements
Technicians must hold specific certifications (e.g., ASD, BMI, CDS, WRT, CIH, MRS), and asbestos abatement technicians require Class II/III worker certificates. All work must be performed by subcontractors and technicians with experience in hospital occupancies. A 2-hour response time for water leaks is mandatory. Compliance with federal, county (Maricopa Air Quality), and City of Phoenix regulations is required. The use of STARC walls or approved equivalents for ICRA 2.0 is specified. Background checks, immunizations, and online training may be required for construction laborers.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Dale C Clark (dale.clark@ihs.gov). The offer acceptance period is at least 90 days. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability and Past Performance (combined, significantly more important than price) and Price. Award will be made to the responsible offeror representing the best value. The technical proposal should cover Technical Approach, Staffing Plan, Quality Control, and Safety and Infection Control Compliance, along with 2-5 past performance references from the last 3 years. A pricing schedule, as detailed in Attachment #2, is also required.