Shiprock Service Unit - LED Display Sign
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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), Shiprock Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for the provision and installation of a double-faced LED display sign in Shiprock, NM. This sign will be used for community information and outreach at the hospital and surrounding area. The primary focus is on Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE or ISBEE), though other capable firms are also invited to respond. Responses are due by May 04, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a double-faced LED display sign with an approximate viewing area of 4' 8 11/16" x 9' 5 3/8" and a pixel pitch of 13.333 mm or comparable. The sign must feature auto and manual dimming capability and software compatible with content management. A brand name example provided is Optec INF-MOD-13HB2-RGB-V-S-D with ME Pro Plus software.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 339950 - Sign Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees)
- Set-Aside: Primarily targets Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) under the Buy Indian Act, with consideration for other small business set-asides.
- Response Due: May 04, 2026, 4:30 pm MST
- Published: April 28, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit a response to Karen James at karen.james@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN: SS-SRSU-26-0028". Submissions must include a Company Profile detailing UEI, name and address, primary POC, business size and type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, and SAM.gov representations and certifications.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; information gathered will inform the acquisition strategy, including competition and set-aside determinations. Firms must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer or award. A critical document for Indian Economic Enterprises is the IHS IEE Representation Form, which requires self-certification of eligibility under the Buy Indian Act. Bidders must understand the eligibility requirements, documentation needs, and potential penalties for false information as outlined in this form.