SOURCES SOUGHT: WAN Internet Services
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 Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for WAN Internet Services. This requirement is for a fiber-optic network to support the Kayenta Health Center, Inscription House Health Center, and Dennehotso Health Station in Arizona. Responses are due by February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM AZ time.
Scope of Work
The government requires a fiber-optic network for the specified health centers. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334210 – Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS: 334210 – Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, 12:00 PM AZ time
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; market research will inform acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides and identification of Indian-owned economic enterprises.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response via email to flora.washington@ihs.gov with the subject line “SSN – WAN Internet Services, IHS1522716”. 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 (if applicable), and SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA, 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 is critical for self-certification under the Buy Indian Act, requiring details like the name of the 51% owner, business name, UEI, and certifying signature.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; it is solely for market research purposes to determine the acquisition strategy. The government will not assume financial responsibility for any costs incurred in responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time an offer or quotation is submitted for any future solicitation. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided on submissions.