Sources Sought Notice Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Microbiology Lab Supplies
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Microbiology Lab Supplies in Chinle, AZ. The primary focus is on Indian-owned economic enterprises (IEE) or Indian-owned small business economic enterprises (ISBEE), followed by other capable firms. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued by the IHS, Chinle Service Unit, for market research purposes only. The goal is to identify potential sources for an "as needed" Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide microbiology lab supplies. Information gathered will inform the contracting office's acquisition strategy, including competition, set-asides, and identifying Indian-owned economic enterprises. This is not a solicitation.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of various microbiology lab supplies to be ordered on an "as needed" basis. A detailed list of items, including specific medical supplies, test kits, reagents, lab coats, and consumables, along with quantities and packaging information, is provided in the "Supply List McKesson 4-7-2026.docx" attachment.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Period of Performance: One one-year base period plus two one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside Consideration: The Contracting Officer will prioritize responses from Indian-owned economic enterprises (IEE) or Indian-owned small business economic enterprises (ISBEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). Other capable firms are also invited to respond, with consideration for set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- NAICS Code: 621511 Medical Laboratories, with a small business size standard of $41.5 million.
- Response Due: April 23, 2026
- Published: April 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a response to Nora Nutlouis at nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov with the subject line "SSN - IHS1520858". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name and 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.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company's ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts (e.g., GSA, VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: Indian-owned enterprises must also submit a completed "IHS IEE Representation Form" (attached), which self-certifies their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of submission and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided. This notice does not obligate the government to award a contract.