Bid guide
How to bid on HPDP Wellness Program Coordination Services for NNMC
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking information from vendors who can provide Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (HPDP) Wellness Program Coordination Services for the Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) and surrounding communities in Shiprock, New Mexico. This program aims to offer comprehensive, community-based wellness activities to a large and geographically spread Navajo population.
Services include providing access to exercise and aquatic facilities for referred IHS patients, planning and executing at least eight community health promotion events annually, supporting mental health wellness initiatives, and delivering health education training. The program also requires a structured youth wellness program for at least 50 participants, twice-monthly healthy cooking education focused on Native American cuisine, and training support for schools on concussion management and crisis prevention. This is an opportunity for firms to support vital community health initiatives.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Sources Sought Notice, which means the agency is conducting market research, not issuing a formal solicitation for bids yet. The deadline for submitting your response is September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT (4:00 PM ET).
At the deadline, all submitted responses will be reviewed by the Indian Health Service. The information gathered will help the contracting office determine its acquisition strategy, including whether to set aside the opportunity for specific business types, such as Indian-owned economic enterprises, or other small business programs. There is no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding to this request.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is particularly suited for Indian-owned economic enterprises (large or small) as they will be considered first under the Buy Indian Act. Other capable firms are also invited to respond. The applicable NAICS code is 624190, 'Other Individual and Family Services', with a small business size standard of $12 million in average annual receipts.
Firms with experience in community-based wellness, fitness, or health promotion programs, especially in rural, tribal, or underserved communities, are a good fit. Experience in operating or managing wellness facilities, delivering culturally appropriate health education, nutrition, or cooking programs for Native American communities, and managing multi-task health promotion programs will be highly relevant.
How to respond to this notice
To respond, you must email your submission to [email protected] by the deadline. The subject line of your email must be: 'SSN – HPDP Wellness Program Coordination – SSNGSUT1-20260001'.
Your submission needs to include a Company Profile with your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), company name and address, primary point of contact, business size and ownership type, socioeconomic status, and identification of Native American ownership if applicable. You also need to provide a Capability Statement that addresses your experience with community-based wellness programs, facility management, culturally appropriate health education, and program management.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is not a formal solicitation, a strong response can influence the agency's strategy. Clearly demonstrate your experience with each specific service mentioned, such as providing facility access, organizing community events, and delivering youth and nutrition programs. Highlight any experience working with Native American or similar communities, emphasizing culturally appropriate approaches.
Ensure your Company Profile is complete and accurate, especially regarding your business size and socioeconomic status. If you are an Indian-owned enterprise, make sure this is clearly stated. For your Capability Statement, provide concrete examples of past projects that align with the requirements, showing your ability to secure facilities, manage staff, and deliver comprehensive programs. Also, remember that all offerors and quoters must be registered in SAM.gov at the time an offer or quotation is submitted and at the time of award.
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