Bid guide
How to bid on Floor Replacement for the Albuquerque Indian Health Center, HIM Department
What the agency is buying
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking a contractor to replace the flooring in the Health Information Management (HIM) Department at the Albuquerque Indian Health Center. This is a single-award contract.
This opportunity is relevant for construction firms, specifically those specializing in flooring installation. The NAICS code for this procurement is 238290, covering other building equipment contractors, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 17, 2026. Important deadlines include completing site visits by July 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM MT. Questions about the solicitation must be submitted by July 29, 2026, at 12 PM MT.
Quotes are due by August 07, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT (7:00 PM ET). Failure to meet these deadlines or comply with terms may result in your offer being non-responsive.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) that are also small businesses. These firms will receive first consideration under the Buy Indian Act.
If there is insufficient competition or reasonably priced offers from ISBEEs, other small business concerns may be considered. This is a cascading set-aside, meaning ISBEEs are the first tier, followed by all other small business concerns.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though not always.
Quotes should preferably be sent by email to [email protected]. Questions should also be emailed to the same address by the deadline. To schedule a site visit, contact Kevin Khuu at [email protected] or 240-715-7138.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your company is registered with SAM.gov and has an active UEI number, as this is required prior to award. Also, be prepared to use the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for invoicing and electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payments.
Given the set-aside, if you are an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise, clearly highlight this in your response. If you are another small business, ensure your pricing is competitive in case the opportunity cascades to the second tier. Attending the site visit is highly encouraged to fully understand the scope of work.
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.