SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: Access Control System
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), Kayenta Health Center, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify prospective sources for an Access Control System at its facility in Tonalea, AZ. This is not a solicitation, but aims to inform the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides and the identification of Indian-owned economic enterprises. Responses are due by March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The government requires an Access Control System. This market research is being conducted to identify qualified vendors capable of fulfilling this requirement, in accordance with FAR 10.001.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 561621 – Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths), with a $25.0M small business size standard.
- Set-Aside: Not specified, but the market research explicitly seeks to identify Indian-owned economic enterprises for potential future set-asides under the Buy Indian Act.
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM MST
- Published: March 2, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response via email to Flora Washington (flora.washington@ihs.gov) with the subject line "SSN – Access Control System, IHS1523211". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name, Address, Primary POC, business size and type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership (if applicable), and SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's capability related to the described requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA or VA Schedule).
- IHS IEE Representation Form: If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, the attached "IHS IEE Representation Form" must be completed and submitted. This form certifies eligibility as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government will not assume financial responsibility for any costs incurred in responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.