NNMC Fire Pump Inspection and Call Back Services
Overview
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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), specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service for the Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) in Shiprock, NM, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Fire Pump Inspection and Call Back Services. This market research aims to identify qualified firms, particularly Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) or small (ISBEE), capable of providing critical maintenance and repair services for the hospital's life safety infrastructure. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy, including potential set-asides. Responses are due by June 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive fire pump inspection and call back services, which may include repair services to restore operational status. The contractor must ensure the fire pump remains fully functional and compliant with applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. Services include:
- Providing qualified personnel, equipment, materials, and diagnostics.
- Performing repair services and testing.
- Applying technical expertise to identify deficiencies and verify proper system operation.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research Only)
- NAICS: 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors ($19M size standard)
- Place of Performance: Shiprock, NM
- Response Due: June 17, 2026
- Published: June 8, 2026
Set-Aside & Eligibility
The Contracting Officer will prioritize responses for Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities first, followed by set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104). Other capable firms are also invited to respond.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a response by the deadline to Beverly Begay at beverly.begay@ihs.gov, using the subject line SSN_NNMC_SS_1521348. Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name, Address, Primary POC, business size, ownership type, 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 capability related to the requirement, including past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA, VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs) must also submit the attached IHS IEE Representation Form to self-certify their status under the Buy Indian Act. This form requires certification of Indian ownership and eligibility throughout the contract period.
Important Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer/award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.