Bio Hood Certifications and Inspections

This Sources Sought Notice (IHS1521344) issued by the Indian Health Service under the Department of Health and Human Services is a market research initiative aimed at identifying qualified Indian Economic Enterprises capable of providing bio hood certification and inspection services, primarily for performance in Shiprock, New Mexico. It is not a solicitation, nor does it obligate the government to issue a contract; instead, it seeks information to assess industry capabilities and determine whether a Buy Indian Act set-aside is appropriate. Compliance with the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. § 47) and HHSAR 326.601 is mandatory, requiring all respondents to self-certify as Indian Economic Enterprises with at least 51% Indian ownership and to provide their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management, and any false or misleading certification subjects them to penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 and the False Claims Act. While the notice identifies the place of performance and the need for service capability related to bio hood inspections, no technical standards, performance specifications, evaluation factors, pricing, delivery schedules, or contract value information is provided. The agency, located in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking only eligibility and capability data to inform future procurement decisions, with no formal proposal format, page limits, or submission portal specified beyond the completion of the required representation form. Respondents must submit their responses by July 31, 2026, but no award or obligation is implied by this notice.