Sources Sought: EMS AirFlow Prophylaxis Master Preventive Maintenance & Repair Services- Jicarilla Service Unit
Overview
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Set Aside
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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, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified firms for Preventive Maintenance & Repair Services for EMS AirFlow Prophylaxis Master dental equipment at the Jicarilla Service Unit in Dulce, NM. This effort is specifically targeting Small Business Indian Firms under the Buy Indian Act. Responses are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The prospective contractor will provide all labor, supervision, tools, materials, parts, equipment, and incidentals necessary to perform specialized preventive maintenance and repair services. A key requirement includes the ability to provide a rental/loaner unit when the government's equipment is undergoing service. Services will support the Jicarilla Service Unit located at 500 N. Mundo Dr., Dulce, New Mexico 87528. Potential service elements include annual preventive maintenance, rental/loaner unit fees, initial service/labor or diagnostic fees, and necessary repair parts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a solicitation)
- Anticipated Requirement: 12-month base period with two (2) 12-month option periods.
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Set-Aside: Buy Indian Act (targeting Small Business Indian Firms)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, at 23:30Z
- Published: April 30, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested Indian Small Business Firms are invited to submit:
- Certification of Eligibility: Verification as a Small Business Indian Firm using the attached "Indian Health Service Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" (IHS.IEE.Representation.Form.pdf). This form requires self-certification of "Indian Economic Enterprise" status and "Indian Ownership."
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): As registered in SAM.gov.
- Business Size & Socioeconomic Status: Identify applicable categories (e.g., ISBEE, HUBZone, SDVOSB, VOSB, SDB, WOSB).
- Capability Information: Detailed statement, company website, and e-catalog demonstrating experience under NAICS 811210.
- Contract Vehicles: Provide contract number(s) if holding GSA, FSS, VA, or other Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs). Automated or incomplete responses will not be considered.
Additional Notes
This is a request for information only to conduct market research and is not a solicitation. Responses are strictly voluntary and do not create a binding contract. The purpose is to locate qualified and eligible Small Business Indian Firms.