Buy Indian Act Presolicitation / Sources Sought – AV Equipment for Health Promotion – Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, Health Promotion Department, is conducting a Presolicitation / Sources Sought for Audio/Visual (AV) equipment and related supplies. This effort supports public health outreach and education initiatives. The opportunity is a Total Buy Indian Act Set-Aside, with preference given to qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs). Responses are due May 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) AV equipment, including digital cameras (video and photography), SD cards, storage media, AV accessories (tripods, microphones, lighting), and supporting tools for video production. These supplies will facilitate programs such as diabetes prevention, physical fitness, healthy eating, school health, and patient/community outreach. A detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) specifies exact items like camera bodies, lenses, batteries, memory cards, audio equipment, and stabilization gear. Bidders must be authorized CERTIFIED PARTNER/reseller/service providers by the RFQ closing date.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Sources Sought (Dual-Purpose)
- Set-Aside: Total Buy Indian Act Set-Aside (pending market research)
- NAICS Code: 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing)
- Place of Performance: Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, Chinle, Arizona.
- Delivery: Within 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Response Due: May 17, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: May 7, 2026
Acquisition Strategy
This acquisition is conducted under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. § 47) and HHSAR Subpart 326.6. First priority will be given to qualified ISBEEs/IEEs. If market research does not identify sufficient qualified firms, the acquisition may proceed under FAR-based procedures (e.g., GSA Multiple Award Schedule or open market procedures under FAR Part 12 Commercial Items, Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
Response Requested
Interested vendors, especially ISBEEs and IEEs, should submit capability statements including: business name and UEI, confirmation of ISBEE/IEE status, SAM.gov registration, relevant experience, GSA contract number (if applicable), and ability to meet delivery requirements. Responses should be emailed to Jesse.weidow@hhs.gov with the subject line: “OMAS-IHS-2026-1521849 Presolicitation Response – AV Equipment – Chinle IHS.” This notice serves for planning and market research; the Government reserves the right to make an award without further notice or to issue a formal solicitation.