Sources Sought - CRSU - Steris CAT Service
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) is conducting a Sources Sought for repair and preventive maintenance services for a Steris washer/disinfector at the Supai Health Center in Springerville, AZ. This market research aims to identify qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) under the Buy Indian Act. Responses are due June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for services on a Steris washer/disinfector used for cleaning and disinfecting medical and dental instruments. This includes:
- Replacement of the inlet hot water valve.
- Performance of preventive maintenance.
- Ensuring the equipment remains fully operational, safe, and compliant with infection control and Joint Commission standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior) under the Buy Indian Act.
- Product/Service Code: J065 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies.
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 05:00 PM MST.
- Published Date: June 10, 2026.
- Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service, Phoenix Area Indian Health Service.
Key Requirements & Eligibility
This notice is for market research to determine compliance with the Buy Indian Act and inform a potential set-aside decision. IHS will prioritize purchases for ISBEEs. Acquisitions subject to commercial items or Simplified Acquisition Procedures must be set-aside exclusively for ISBEEs.
Interested firms must respond in writing with:
- Company name, point of contact, FSS/SEWP contract number (if applicable), DUNS/SAM UEI, Tax ID, and business category (IEE or ISBEE).
- A capability statement addressing qualifications and ability to meet the requirement.
- Documentation from the manufacturer confirming authorization as a distributor (as per Attachment 1).
- A completed IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form (Attachment 1) for self-certification, indicating whether they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" with "Indian Ownership." This form requires details like the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity and the 51% owner of the IEE Firm.
- Identification of the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation relied upon for IEE status.
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP). Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). False or misleading information on the IEE Representation form is subject to legal penalties. Responses will be used solely to make an acquisition decision.