SSN - Portable Rapid Decontamination Tent 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 Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify capable firms for a Portable Rapid Decontamination Tent System. The primary focus is on Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) – large or small (ISBEE), with other capable firms also invited to respond. This notice is for market research only and is not a solicitation. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides under the Buy Indian Act or Small Business Act. The applicable NAICS code is 624221 with a $13.5M small business size standard. Responses are due by May 28, 2026, at 10:00 am EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Portable Rapid Decontamination Tent System.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside Consideration: Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities first, then set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- NAICS Code: 624221 (Small Business Size Standard: $13.5M)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 10:00 am EDT
- Published: May 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: Kayenta, AZ 86033, United States
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response to Charity Yellowhair-Gilbert at charity.yellowhair-gilbert@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN – IHS1525115 Decontamination Tent System." 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, and SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance and established contracts (e.g., GSA, VA Schedule).
- IHS IEE Representation Form: Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs) must also submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form (attached to the original notice) in accordance with HHSAR 326.606-1(b). This form requires self-certification of Indian Economic Enterprise status, including details on tribal entity, 51% owner, business name, DUNS, and certifying signature. False information is subject to penalties.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only; the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer/quotation and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.