BRAND NAME: OMNI Hysteroscopy Standard Set and Omni Instrument Tray
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), Shiprock Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for providing Omni Hysteroscopy Standard Set and Omni Instrument Trays. This requirement specifically seeks the Brand Name "Omni" products. Responses are due by April 27, 2026, at 12 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of specific medical equipment:
- Omni Hysteroscopy Standard Set
- Omni Instrument Trays
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
- NAICS: 334510 – Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees)
- Set-Aside Consideration: The Contracting Officer will prioritize responses from Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) and Indian-owned small business economic enterprises (ISBEE) for Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities, followed by set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 12 PM MST
- Published: April 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Shiprock, NM
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses to William Lee (William.Lee@ihs.gov) with the subject line "SS-SRSU-26-0025". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name, Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, and SAM.gov representations/certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including past performance or established contracts (GSA/VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: ISBEEs and 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 is a self-certification of eligibility as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" under the Buy Indian Act, requiring details like the name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity and the 51% owner.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; it is for market research to determine the acquisition strategy, including potential competition and set-asides. The government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs. 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 on submissions.