Two Brand New Connex Storages
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 Indian Health Service (IHS), Shiprock Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable firms for providing two brand new Connex Containers for the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM. This opportunity prioritizes Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under the Buy Indian Act. Responses from other capable firms are also invited. Responses are due by May 20, 2026, 12 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of two brand new Connex Containers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior). Priority given to Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities, then other Small Business Act set-aside programs.
- NAICS: 332431 – Metal Can Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1,500 employees)
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, 12 PM MST
- Published: May 15, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following to William Lee at William.Lee@ihs.gov with the subject line "SS-SRSU-26-0032":
- Company Profile: Include UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, and 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 (e.g., GSA/VA Schedule).
- IEE Representation Form: Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs) must submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form (attached to the original notice) to self-certify their status. This form requires details like the name of the Federally Recognized Tribal Entity, 51% owner, business name, DUNS, and a certifying signature.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; information gathered is for market research to determine the acquisition strategy, including competition and set-asides. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer submission and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.