Bid guide
How to bid on Crownpoint Medical Gas Upgrade Construction for Indian Health Service
What the agency is buying
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking a contractor to perform a medical gas system upgrade at the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, New Mexico. This construction project involves updating the MEDGAS system based on a revised design from 2024. The work is expected to take 120 calendar days to complete after a Notice to Proceed is issued.
This is a significant opportunity for eligible businesses, with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The IHS intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 24, 2026. Proposals are due by August 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your proposal electronically by this exact date and time. Always check the official SF 1442 document and SAM.gov for any amendments that might change these dates or times.
All dates are subject to change, so regularly monitoring the solicitation for updates is essential. The government will not delay award to allow for late SAM registration.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside. This means only businesses that qualify as an ISBEE are eligible to bid. The NAICS code for this procurement is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with an associated size standard of $45 million in average annual revenue over the last five years.
Firms specializing in medical gas system installations or upgrades within healthcare facilities, particularly those with experience in commercial and institutional building construction, will find this relevant. The project location is Crownpoint, NM.
How to respond
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Proposals must be submitted electronically. Review Sections L and M of the solicitation for specific proposal requirements and evaluation criteria. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Jong Kim, at [email protected].
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, your proposal must first meet all technical requirements outlined in Sections L and M of the solicitation. Once deemed technically acceptable, the award will go to the offeror with the lowest price. Ensure your proposed price reflects your understanding of the requirements and your ability to perform the work, and that it is considered fair and reasonable.
Thoroughly review all attachments, including amendments A0001, A0002, and A0003, as these contain detailed and updated information. Pay close attention to the scope of work in Section C and the pre-proposal site visit information in Section L.6. Ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and that your registration is active, as this is mandatory for award consideration.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Indian Health Service; the original posting controls.