IHS1521550 – Multiple BPA for Disposable Trocar Instruments

Sources-Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes only, conducted by the Indian Health Service, Chinle Service Unit. The government is seeking information to identify potential sources for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Disposable Trocar Instruments required for daily surgeries. This is NOT a solicitation.

The government is interested in companies capable of providing disposable trocar instruments. A list of specific instruments and their specifications is provided in the document, including various sizes and types such as optical access systems, balloon blunt tips, shield bladed access systems, retrieval systems, and surgical scissors.

• Period of Performance: Base Year with Four (4) Year Options.

• Interested parties must submit a response by March 14, 2026, 5:00 PM MST.

• Submissions should be sent to Teola Autaubo at teola.autaubo@ihs.gov with the subject line “SSN IHS1521550”.

• Responses are voluntary and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• Companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Submissions must include a Company Profile (UEI, Name, Address, POC, business size, ownership type, socio-economic status like 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, Native American ownership if applicable, SAM.gov representations/certifications).

• A brief statement of capability related to the requirement, including past performance and established contracts (GSA/VA Schedule), is required.

• If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE), the IHS IEE Representation Form must be submitted.

• The applicable NAICS code is 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 800 employees.

• Information collected will be used to determine acquisition strategy, including competition and set-asides.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists specifications for various disposable trocar instruments and related surgical supplies. It appears to be an attachment or a list of items that may be part of a larger solicitation or contract.

• Disposable Trocar Instruments: Various sizes and types of optical access systems, entry systems, and retrieval systems are specified.
• Specific Product Details: Includes dimensions (e.g., 12x150MM, 5x100MM), system types (e.g., KII OPTICAL ACCESS SYSTEM, FIOS FIRST ENTRY, ALEXIS LAPORASCOPIC SYSTEM), packaging (e.g., 6/BX, 12/BX), and part/catalog numbers (e.g., CFR71, C8501, CD004).
• Other Surgical Supplies: Includes items like GELPORT HAND ACCESS LAPROSCOPIC SYSTEM, EPIX UNIVERSAL CLIP APPLIER, and SCISSOR 5MM LAPAROSCOPY EPIX.

Bidders interested in supplying surgical instruments, particularly laparoscopic trocar systems, should review this list to understand the specific product requirements, sizes, and configurations needed. This information is crucial for preparing accurate quotes or proposals if these items are part of a government procurement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form. It serves as a self-certification for offerors to confirm they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as defined by HHSAR 326.601, in response to a Sources Sought Notice, Request for Information (RFI), or Solicitation.

• Eligibility Criteria: Offerors must meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period.
• Notification Requirement: Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing if they no longer meet eligibility requirements.
• Documentation: Individual Contracting Officers may require documentation of eligibility before awarding Buy Indian Act set-aside or sole source contracts.
• Registration: Successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM).
• Penalties: False or misleading information is a violation of law, punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims are subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287.
• Representation Section: Requires the offeror to check a box indicating whether they represent that their offer does or does not meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" with "Indian Ownership."
• Required Fields: Name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, Name of the 51% owner of IEE Firm, Business Name, DUNS Number, Certifying Signature, and Print Name.

This form is critical for any bidder seeking to be considered for opportunities designated under the Buy Indian Act. Bidders must accurately complete this form to self-certify their eligibility as an Indian Economic Enterprise. Failure to meet these requirements or provide accurate information can lead to disqualification or penalties.