Sources Sought (ISBEE and Small Business Concerns) - Preventive Plumbing Maintenance Services

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for Preventive Plumbing Maintenance Services at the Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC). This SSN, identified as IHS-SS-1521068, is for market research to identify capable businesses, with a priority for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), and other small businesses under NAICS code 238220. The objective is to provide bi-annual preventive maintenance for the drainage systems of NNMC SR0001 and the West Wing Administration Building SR0004, including drain line cleaning, jetting, Bio-Clean treatment, and video camera inspections. The anticipated contract period is one year with four one-year options. Interested and qualified businesses must submit a tailored capability statement by May 29, 2026, no later than 3:00 PM EST, demonstrating their expertise and past performance in these technical areas. The statement should not exceed 10 pages and must include specific company information, an executive summary, and details on technical capabilities.

The Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) requires preventive plumbing maintenance services for its aging drainage infrastructure at SR0001 and the West Wing Administration Building SR0004. The objective is to systematically remove waste matter to maintain healthy conditions within the main drainage system. The contract will span a 12-month base period with four subsequent 12-month option periods. Key tasks include bi-annual drain line cleaning, jetting services, Bio-Clean treatment, and high-resolution video inspections to identify blockages or deterioration. The contractor must be licensed in New Mexico, provide 120 hours' notice for work coordination, develop a comprehensive safety program with OSHA-compliant PPE, and train NNMC staff on drain line maintenance. The contractor is responsible for all labor, tools, and materials, and must immediately rectify any damages caused during services. Compliance with hospital policies, including Pre-construction Risk Assessments and Infection Control Risk Assessments, is mandatory. The work will be performed at the Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, New Mexico.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form is a crucial document for businesses seeking to participate in solicitations, sources sought notices, RFIs, and resultant contracts under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This form requires Offerors to self-certify that they meet the definition of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (HHSAR 326.601) at the time of the offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Failure to maintain eligibility or providing false information can lead to severe penalties under federal law. Successful Offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The form includes sections for the Offeror to represent their status, provide details about the 51% owner, certifying signature, tribal entity name, business name, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number.