Regulated Medical Waste Disposal Services

SOL #: SS-IHS1521276-BISources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Health And Human Services
Indian Health Service
BILLINGS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC
BILLINGS, MT, 59107, United States

Place of Performance

Crow Agency, MT

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Collection (562112)

PSC

Waste Treatment And Storage (S222)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 5, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 15, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 Billings Area Indian Health Service, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) sources. The purpose is to procure Regulated Medical Waste Disposal Services for the Crow Service Unit in Crow Agency, Montana, in compliance with the Buy Indian Act. Responses are due by May 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement involves comprehensive management of regulated medical waste (RMW) for the Crow Service Unit healthcare facility. The selected contractor will be responsible for:

  • Removal, transportation, and disposal of RMW to an approved mitigation facility, adhering to DOT, EPA, and DEQ regulations.
  • Handling the removal, transportation, and disposal of used sharp instruments (needles, scalpels, lancets, etc.).
  • Providing necessary RMW containers and hardware for secure mounting or storage, meeting DOT and ANSI standards.
  • Conducting training sessions for CSU Housekeeping staff on DOT Hazardous Materials and Biohazard Waste.
  • Performing two RMW removal trips and two sharps box removal/replacement trips per month.
  • Supplying sufficient RMW containers for two weeks of use.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
  • Anticipated Contract Structure: One (1) base year plus four (4) one-year option periods.
  • Set-Aside/Focus: Specifically seeking Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) sources under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47).
  • Response Due: May 15, 2026, by 9:00 PM ET.
  • Published Date: May 5, 2026.
  • Place of Performance: Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital, 10110 South, 7650 East Crow Agency, Montana 59022.

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit a capability statement demonstrating their experience and ability to provide the described services. Generic capability statements are insufficient. Responses must also include a completed Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. Submissions should be sent via email to katrina.eaglefeathers@ihs.gov, with the subject line including the Sources Sought ID: SS-IHS1521276-BI. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quotation.

Contact Information

People

Points of Contact

KATRINA EAGLEFEATHERSPRIMARY

Files

Files

Download
Download

Versions

Version 1Viewing
Sources Sought
Posted: May 5, 2026
Regulated Medical Waste Disposal Services | GovScope