WiFi Network for Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center

SOL #: 75H71526R00002Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Health And Human Services

Indian Health Service

NASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC

NASHVILLE, TN, 37214, United States

Place of Performance

Charles City, VA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

Support Services For Physical And Wireless Networks Connecting Equipment Within The Core Data Centers And Work Areas, Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks, As Well As Wide Area Network Equipment, Hardware And Software Directly Connecting Into Data Centers, Offices And Third Parties. Support Services Which Enable Or Distribute Voice Services Through On Premise Equipment Including Pbx, Vo Ip, Voicemail And Handsets. Also Provides Support For Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks And Internet Access. Support Services For External (Outside Plant) Physical Communications Infrastructure Connecting To Lan/Wan End Points. Mobile Infrastructure Support Such As Cabled Communication Network, Cellular Towers, Repeaters, Switching Systems Dedicated For Cellular Communication (DG01)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9245d6925258466e9eee7b3f152c6cea/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 14, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 5, 2026

Submission Deadline

Feb 3, 2026, 10:00 PM

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) is soliciting proposals for the installation of a turnkey WiFi network for the Mid-Atlantic Tribal Health Center (MATHC) in Charles City, VA. This opportunity is designated as an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. The network will support the facility's transition to direct care services and enhance employee productivity. Proposals are due by February 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

The selected vendor shall provide and install a complete WiFi network, including a switch, firewall, and access points. Key requirements include:

Compliance with Indian Health Service (IHS) and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) standards, including FIPS 140-1, 140-2, and 140-3 for access points.
Installation of a Cisco switch or an approved equivalent.
The WiFi network is for internal use only, with no guest services permitted.
The network must be on a separate Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN).
Compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards for all Information and Communication Technology (ICT) deliverables.
A five-year warranty on all provided material/equipment.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
Period of Performance: A base year for delivery and installation (45 days from notice to proceed), followed by four one-year option periods for maintenance and support.
Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside.
NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors).
PSC Code: DG01 (Network Support Services).
Proposal Due: February 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Published Date: January 14, 2026.

Evaluation

Proposals will be evaluated based on Price, Past Performance, Technical Conformance, Design, and Proposal Factors.

Additional Notes

Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for January 28, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET.
Submission Requirements: A written statement of work (3-5 pages) detailing the approach, company point of contact, and pricing for equipment, installation, and maintenance.
Key Attachments: IHS IEE Representation Form (mandatory for eligibility), 1st and 2nd-floor plans of the MATHC facility, and Wage Determination (WD 2015-4313).
Contact: Andrew Rhoades, Andrew.Rhoades@ihs.gov.