Inhaled Nitric Oxide
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 Medical Readiness Contracting Office-West (MRCO-W), JBSA, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for an Inhaled Nitric Oxide Gas contract in support of the Respiratory Department at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC). This market research aims to determine if the effort can be successfully competed and/or set-aside for Small Businesses. Responses are due April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the purchase of inhaled Nitric Oxide (iNO) to improve oxygenation for patients undergoing various procedures at BAMC. The iNO must adhere to the salient characteristics outlined in Attachment (1), which include:
- Acting as a selective pulmonary vasodilator to improve oxygenation and blood flow.
- Compatibility with ventilatory support therapies.
- Continuous monitoring of inspired NO, NO2, and O2 levels.
- Prevention of NO2 generation exceeding 20 ppm.
- Inclusion of a backup battery and reserve delivery system.
- Meeting all U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifications.
- Gas specifications: blend of nitric oxide and nitrogen, available in 800 ppm or 100 ppm concentrations, supplied in aluminum cylinders.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 325413 – In-Vitro Diagnostics Substance Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,250 employees)
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year (01 JAN 2027 – 31 DEC 2027) plus four (4) option years (01 JAN 2028 - 31 DEC 2032).
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research to determine potential for Small Business set-asides (including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HubZone, and Women-Owned).
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, 2:00 PM Z
- Published: April 8, 2026, 6:10 PM Z
Evaluation
Responses will be used for planning purposes only to determine the best acquisition strategy and potential for small business participation. This is not a solicitation, and responses do not guarantee future participation or contract awards.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should email responses to Jaclyn Evans at jaclyn.v.evans.civ@health.mil. The Government will not reimburse any expenses associated with preparing or participating in this research.