Prescription Eyeglass Fabrication Services - Ute Mountain Ute Health Center - Towaoc, CO
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), Albuquerque Area Office, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors for Prescription Eyeglass Fabrication Services for the Optometry Department at the Ute Mountain Ute Health Center in Towaoc, Colorado. The primary focus is to determine if an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside or a Total Small Business Set-Aside can fulfill the requirements. Responses are due by February 25, 2026, at 5:30 pm MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide comprehensive fabrication of prescription eyeglasses, including frames and lenses, at various pricing levels (including economy options). Services must adhere to applicable ANSI and FDA standards and include single vision, bifocal, trifocal, progressive, aphakic, and safety eyewear, as prescribed. The vendor is expected to furnish a representative sample kit of frames and lenses and maintain a diverse supply of frame styles, sizes, and colors for patient selection. Fabricated eyeglasses must meet quality standards and be delivered within two to three weeks of order placement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339115 – Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (suggestions for alternative NAICS codes with rationale are welcome)
- Set-Aside: Researching ISBEE (pursuant to the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47) or Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 5:30 pm MST
- Published: February 18, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested businesses must submit the following information:
- Company name and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) to confirm SAM registration.
- Company's business size for NAICS 339115, including designations such as HUBZone, ISBEE, Small Business, SDVOSB, SDB, and/or WOSB.
- A completed "IHS IEE Representation Form" indicating whether the company meets the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE).
- A capability statement, product brochure, and/or past performance information demonstrating the ability to provide the required services.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and no reimbursement will be made for response costs. Automated or incomplete responses will be considered non-responsive. The IHS is utilizing this market research to identify potential vendors and determine appropriate set-aside strategies, with a preference for IEEs under the Buy Indian Act.