Sources Sought Notice Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Microbiology Lab Supplies

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Chinle Service Unit is issuing a Sources‑Sought Notice (SSN IHS1520858) to identify Indian‑owned Economic Enterprises—large (IEE) or small (ISBEE)—that can supply a wide range of microbiology laboratory consumables on an “as‑needed” basis under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). The BPA will have a one‑year base period with two one‑year option periods, and all orders will be placed against the BPA using the items listed in the attached supply catalog (e.g., VITEK test kits, culture media, syringes, specimen containers, reagents, and related lab accessories). The requirement is classified under NAICS 621511 (Medical Laboratories) with a small‑business size standard of $41.5 million. Respondents must be registered in SAM at the time of offer and must self‑certify that they meet the Buy Indian Act definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise for the offer, award, and entire performance period. Submissions must include a company profile (UEI, address, point of contact, size, ownership, socio‑economic certifications, and Indian ownership documentation), a capability statement (including past performance and any GSA/VA schedules), and a completed IHS IEE Representation Form. Responses are voluntary, for market research only, and are due by 17:00 EST on 23 April 2026 (subject line “SSN – IHS1520858”) to Nora Nutlouis, Purchasing Agent (email nora.nutlouis@ihs.gov; phone 928‑725‑9806). Telephone inquiries will not be answered, and no feedback will be provided.

Notice ID

02bed8a5dd5d4275941b9bc4fb9cb9a0

Solicitation Number

IHS1520858

NAICS Code

621511

Classification Code

Q301