ContractSources Sought

Diagnostic Reference Laboratory Testing Services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES IHS1519990SS
Response Deadline
Dec 19, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Indian Health Service, specifically the Phoenix Area Office, is seeking qualified firms to provide diagnostic reference laboratory testing services, focusing on non-emergent cancer and infectious disease testing. The contractor will be responsible for off-site testing, including cellular and molecular analysis, with a requirement for a comprehensive test catalog, quick turnaround times, and secure result disclosure. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring timely and accurate diagnostic services for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center, with the contract expected to span a base year and four one-year options. Interested firms must submit a capability statement to Dale C Clark at dale.clark@ihs.gov, as this is a sources sought notice and not a solicitation for quotes or pricing.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541380
Testing Laboratories and Services

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
SOW - SOURCES SOUGHT.pdf
PDF150 KBDec 12, 2025
AI Summary
This "SOURCES SOUGHT ONLY" Statement of Work outlines the requirements for diagnostic reference laboratory testing services for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC). The contractor will provide off-site, non-emergent cancer and infectious disease testing, including cellular analysis (IHC, Flow Cytometry) and molecular analysis (PCR, in-situ hybridization) of DNA/RNA. Key requirements include a comprehensive test catalog with costs, quick turnaround times (7-10 working days for routine, 2-4 hours for critical results), and secure result disclosure. The contract spans a base year with four one-year options. The contractor must be CLIA licensed and accredited, maintain a quality control program, and follow specific specimen collection and shipping protocols. Invoicing must include detailed information, and payment will be via EFT. PIMC is tax-exempt, but the contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes. A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will monitor performance, while only the Contracting Officer can modify contract terms. Performance standards, including acceptable quality levels for specimen transport and testing timelines, are detailed to ensure satisfactory service.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 12, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 19, 2025
expiryArchive DateJan 3, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Sub-Tier
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE
Office
PHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC

Point of Contact

Name
Dale C Clark

Place of Performance

Phoenix, Arizona, UNITED STATES

Official Sources