SSN for Laboratory consumables testing kits and supplies.
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 issuing a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify capable firms for Laboratory Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, UA, and consumables testing kits and supplies on an "as needed basis." The primary focus is to identify Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) or Indian-owned small business economic enterprises (ISBEE), though other capable firms are also invited to respond. This market research will inform the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides under the Buy Indian Act or Small Business Act. Responses are due by June 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a comprehensive range of laboratory consumables and testing kits. The attached "Supply List-Specifications.docx" details specific items needed by the Pinon Laboratory, including:
- Blood Collection Tubes: Various sizes, with and without additives.
- Specimen Collection: Sterile urine cups, Viral Transport Media (VTM or UTM) tubes.
- Test Kits: For MedTox, Abbott ID Now, LeadCare, Triage Meter, HCG (for Clinitek), IFOB, and DCA 2000.
- Quality Control (QC) Kits: For Medtox, Abbott ID Now, Triage Meter, and chemistry analyzers.
- Consumables: Pipette tips of various sizes, disposable disinfectant wipes.
- Reagents: Reagent grade water.
- Other: 10% KOH dropper kits.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One one-year base period plus two one-year option periods.
- NAICS Code: 423490 (Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers) with a 150-employee small business size standard.
- Set-Aside Consideration: Responses will first be considered for Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities, then for set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- Published Date: June 12, 2026
- Response Due: June 27, 2026, by 5:00 PM MST
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation. Information collected is purely for market research to determine the contracting office's acquisition strategy, including competition, set-asides, and identifying Indian-owned economic enterprises. The government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in response to this request.
Submission Instructions & Additional Notes
Interested parties must submit responses via email to Nora Nutlouis (nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov) with the subject line "SSN IHS1520908." 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, and other related documentation.
- 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: ISBEEs and IEEs must submit a completed form (attached) in accordance with HHSAR 326.606-1(b). This form is critical for bidders seeking to qualify 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, and no feedback will be provided.