Bid guide
How to bid on Service Agreement for APC and Cooling Racks for Indian Health Service
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is looking for information from vendors who can provide materials marketing and e-ordering software system services. This is a Sources Sought notice, meaning the IHS is gathering information to understand the market and potential vendors. It is not a request for proposals or bids at this stage.
For eligible businesses, this is an opportunity to inform the government's acquisition strategy and potentially influence future solicitations for these services. Your response helps the IHS determine if a competitive set-aside or other approach is appropriate.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Questions about this Sources Sought notice must be submitted by August 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Capability statements and responses are due by August 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. All submissions must be received by the specified due dates and times to be considered.
After the deadline, the government will review the information provided to assess available tradeoffs and alternatives. This may lead to the development of a solicitation in the future, but there is no guarantee of a contract award from this notice.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs). Businesses must be at least 51% Indian owned and controlled. All respondents must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
The anticipated NAICS code for this requirement is 541519 - Other Computer Related Services. Firms with expertise in materials marketing and e-ordering software systems that meet the IEE/ISBEE criteria are suitable for this notice.
How to respond
To submit questions or a capability statement, you must send an email to [email protected]. For questions, the subject line must be “Service Agreement for APC and Cooling Racks”– SS-26-IHS-1520253. Phone calls will not be accepted.
For capability statements, the subject line must also be “Service Agreement for APC and Cooling Racks”– SS-26-IHS-1520253. Your response should provide feedback on any attachments and address all requested information. Include a cover letter with your company name, Unique Entity ID (UEI), contact information, any relevant Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) or GSA Schedules, business size relative to NAICS code 541519, type of company as registered in SAM, any teaming arrangements, and an Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your capability statement is detailed and provides enough depth for the government to assess your qualifications. Clearly demonstrate your ability to provide materials marketing and e-ordering software system services.
Double-check that your business is properly registered in SAM and that your IEE or ISBEE status is accurately reflected. Adhere strictly to the submission instructions, including the email subject line and all required cover letter information. Submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
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.