How to bid on a custom all-terrain vehicle for Indian Health Service

What the agency is buying

The Indian Health Service, Navajo Area, Gallup Service Unit, needs to buy one custom all-terrain vehicle. This vehicle is for the Tohatchi Health Center in Tohatchi, New Mexico. Delivery is required 30 days after the contract is awarded.

Key dates and deadlines

The Request for Quotations (RFQ) is expected to be issued on or by August 21, 2026. Once the RFQ is released, quotes will be due on or by August 28, 2026. This means you will have a short window to prepare and submit your response after the RFQ is published.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Indian Small Business Enterprises (ISBEE). The relevant NAICS code is 336999 – All other transportation equipment manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. If your firm manufactures or supplies custom all-terrain vehicles and qualifies as an ISBEE, this bid is for you.

Bidders must also have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of submitting an offer and at the time of award.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. While some documents are viewable without an account, you might need a free account to access all bid documents for this opportunity.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this is an Indian Small Business Enterprise set-aside, ensure your business clearly meets the ISBEE criteria. Double-check your SAM registration status to confirm it is active and up-to-date, as this is a mandatory requirement.

When the RFQ is released, pay close attention to the evaluation factors, which may include technical capability, past performance, and price. Prepare to demonstrate how your proposed all-terrain vehicle meets the government's technical needs and be ready to provide competitive pricing. Also, be prepared for a quick turnaround between the RFQ release and the quote due date.