Sources Sought -Pharmacy Point of Sale Billing Services for Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center
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), Albuquerque Area Office, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for Pharmacy Point of Sale (POS) Billing Services for the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC) in Zuni, NM. This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be met through a 100% Set-Aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) or other Small Business concerns. Responses are due by March 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM (MT).
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is to provide comprehensive Pharmacy (Point of Sale) billing services for the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center. The identified NAICS code is 513210 (Software Publishers), though similar NAICS codes will be considered if vendors provide a detailed explanation of alignment.
Key Requirements for Respondents
Interested parties must submit the following information:
- SAM Registration: Confirmation of active registration and certification in SAM.gov.
- Company Information: Company name, address, point of contact, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and business size under the identified NAICS code.
- Socioeconomic Status: Identification of status, including Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), or other small business categories.
- Capability Statement: A statement, product brochure, or relevant performance information demonstrating the ability to provide the required services.
- ISBEE Representation Form: Completion and submission of the provided Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) representation form, which serves as a self-certification under the Buy Indian Act. This form requires certification of "Indian Economic Enterprise" status, eligibility period, and specific company details.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI only, not a solicitation)
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine potential 100% ISBEE or Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM MT
- Published: February 18, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy. Vendors must respond to any future solicitation separately. Submissions should be sent via email to Shannon Eldridge-Shorty at shannon.eldridge-shorty@ihs.gov. Automated or incomplete responses will not be considered.