Pryor Clinic Expansion Construction in Pryor
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) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the Pryor Clinic Expansion Construction project in Pryor, MT. The purpose is to identify qualified firms, particularly small businesses, to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy and potential set-aside for an anticipated firm-fixed-price construction contract. Responses are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the renovation of approximately 8,000 square feet of the existing health center and the construction and equipping of a new 2,700 (+/-) square foot addition. The anticipated project magnitude is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The work falls under PSC code Y1DA (Construction of Hospitals and Infirmaries) and NAICS code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45M size standard.
Detailed scope includes renovating ~8,655 sq ft to create new spaces such as an isolation room, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, medical records, offices, exam rooms, optometry clinic, various therapy spaces, staff support areas, IT space, and janitorial facilities. A new elevator will provide handicapped access to the renovated lower floor. All work must comply with IHS A/E Design Guide, FGI Guidelines, IHS Technical Handbook, ASHRAE, CDC, IBC, and NFPA 101. Construction must minimize disruption to the occupied facility, with disruptive work scheduled after hours. Comprehensive specifications and detailed architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings are provided.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Presolicitation Notice. This is not a solicitation for proposals.
- Anticipated Contract: Firm-fixed-price construction contract.
- Anticipated RFP Posting: On SAM.gov around mid-July 2026, subject to market research results.
- Pre-Sources Sought Conference: An online conference is scheduled for March 23, 2026, at 09:00 AM Pacific. Meeting details are provided in the notice.
- Responses Due: April 10, 2026, by 2:00 PM Pacific.
- Published: March 12, 2026.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
The market research will help determine if the forthcoming solicitation will be set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs/ISBEEs) under the Buy Indian Act, other small business programs (e.g., 8(a), HUB-Zone, WOSB, SDVOSB, SDB), or full and open competition. Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and other small businesses are highly encouraged to respond.
Submission Requirements
Responses must be emailed to Daniel Cotto at daniel.cotto@ihs.gov. Required information includes:
- Company Information (name, website, address, SAM UEI).
- Point of Contact details.
- Indication of intent to submit a proposal if a solicitation is issued.
- Socio-Economic Type of Business.
- For IEE/ISBEEs: Submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form and BIA Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (with PII redacted).
- Bond Capacity (single and aggregate).
- Experience: 1-5 similar projects completed within the last six years, including project details, contract value, location, completion date, complexity, and references. Firms must also answer specific questions regarding quality control, construction management, and self-performance capabilities.
Important Notes
No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with responding. Respondents will not be notified of the results. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for all future announcements and the final solicitation. Attachments include the SOW, Specs, Drawings, and the IHS IEE Representation Form.