Sources Sought Notice Alcor ISED Elite ESR analyzer
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), Chinle Service Unit, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for the instrument placement (cost-per-test) of one Alcor ISED Elite ESR analyzer (112-00222P) and associated supplies. This notice aims to identify Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) or small (ISBEE), as well as other capable firms. Responses are due by April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement involves the instrument placement of a single Alcor ISED Elite ESR analyzer, with supplies to be purchased on an as-needed basis. This is a market research effort to inform the contracting office's acquisition strategy, including competition and set-asides.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Not a solicitation)
- NAICS: 325413 - In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
- Size Standard: 1250 employees
- Set-Aside Consideration: First, Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities; then, set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 5:00 PM MST
- Published: April 17, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit responses via email to Nora Nutlouis (nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov) with the subject line "SSN - IHS1522413". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name, Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts (GSA/VA Schedule).
- IEE/ISBEE Specific: Indian-owned firms must also submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form (attached to the original notice).
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only; the government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer/quotation submission and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.