Sources Sought for Laboratory Supplies
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), Chinle Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for laboratory supplies, specifically reagents for the Cepheid GeneXpert Analyzer. The primary focus is on Indian-owned economic enterprises (IEE) or small (ISBEE), but other capable firms are also invited to respond. This is for a Blanket Purchase Order (BPA) with a one-year base period and two one-year option periods. Responses are due by April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of reagent supplies for the Cepheid GeneXpert Analyzer on an "as needed" basis. An attached supply list details specific diagnostic kits (e.g., BCR-ABL ULTRA P190, XPRS4PLEX-10, MPOX, GXHCV-10, EBOLA, Xpert CT/NG, Xpert Xpress CoV-2/Flu/RSV, Xpert GBS LB XC, Xpert MTB/RIF, Xpert C. difficile/Epi, Xpert Carba-R-10) and various collection devices and swabs, along with quantities.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 621511 Medical Laboratories (Small Business Size Standard: $41.5 million)
- Period of Performance: One one-year base period and two one-year option periods.
- Response Due: April 21, 2026, 11:00 PM AZ time
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
- Place of Performance: Chinle, AZ
Acquisition Strategy & Set-Aside
This notice is for market research only to determine the acquisition strategy, including competition and set-asides. The Contracting Officer will first consider responses for Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities, followed by set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104). This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties must submit responses by April 21, 2026, to Nora Nutlouis at nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN - IHS1520400". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating capability related to the requirement, including past performance or established contracts (GSA/VA Schedule).
- IHS IEE Representation Form: Required for Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs), as per HHSAR 326.606-1(b). This form is a self-certification of eligibility under the Buy Indian Act.
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer/quotation submission and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.