Telecommunication & Internet Services for WRSU
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source contract to Native Networks, Inc. for Telecommunication & Internet Services in Whiteriver, AZ. This action is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source," due to Native Networks' tribally owned status, unique capability to continue and transition existing services, and limitations related to tribal land access and infrastructure. This opportunity is designated as a Buy Indian Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The awarded contract will cover the continuation and transition of existing telecommunications services to support ongoing healthcare operations. These services fall under NAICS Code 51711 (Wired Telecommunication Carriers) and Product Service Code DG11 (Telecom Access And Other Usage Billing Services).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Intent to Award (Sources Sought)
- Set-Aside: Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services)
- Capability Statement Due: April 15, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: April 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: Whiteriver, AZ
Submission Requirements
Other responsible sources who believe they can provide the requested services are invited to submit a capability statement. This is NOT a request for proposals.
- Submission Method: Email to Marilyn.Duran@ihs.gov.
- Reference: Notice number IHS1524754.
- Deadline: April 15, 2026, 3:00 PM EST.
- Content: Statements should demonstrate the firm's ability to meet the government's requirements. Do not include proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information.
Additional Notes
Responses will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for information provided. Any future solicitation will be announced publicly, and responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a future solicitation.