Tactical Gas Masks, Filters, and CBRN Protective Gear - KHC
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 Navajo Area Indian Health Service (IHS), Kayenta Health Center (KHC), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) respiratory protection equipment and hazardous material (hazmat) response supplies. This is not a solicitation, but rather an effort to determine acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides and identifying Indian-owned economic enterprises. Responses are due by June 5, 2026, at 05:00 pm MDT.
Scope of Interest
The KHC is seeking information on vendors capable of providing:
- CBRN respiratory protection equipment
- Hazardous material (hazmat) response supplies
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
- Small Business Size Standard: 800 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified for this notice, but market research aims to identify Indian-owned economic enterprises for future acquisition strategy.
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 05:00 pm MDT
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: Kayenta, AZ 86033
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following information to Brandon Martinez at Brandon.Martinez@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN – IHS1527801 Tactical Gas Masks, Filters, and CBRN Protective Gear – KHC":
- Company Profile: Include 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 capability related to the requirement, including current/past performance and established contracts (e.g., GSA, VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: If claiming Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) or Indian-owned Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, submit the attached "IHS IEE Representation Form." This form is critical for self-certifying eligibility under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only; it is not a solicitation. The government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov (FAR 4.1102(a)). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided on submissions. Automated or incomplete responses will be considered non-responsive.