How to bid on Tactical Gas Masks, Filters, and CBRN Protective Gear for KHC

What the Kayenta Health Center is buying

The Indian Health Service’s Kayenta Health Center in Kayenta, Arizona, is seeking proposals for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) respiratory protection equipment and hazardous material (hazmat) response supplies. This is an opportunity for vendors to supply critical safety equipment to a healthcare facility.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. All technical and administrative questions must be submitted by email no later than August 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. The deadline for submitting your quotation is August 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. Quotes received after this time may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This is an Indian-Owned Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside. Firms that provide CBRN respiratory protection equipment and hazmat response supplies, and meet the ISBEE criteria, are suitable for this opportunity. The contract will be awarded based on best value, considering technical capability, experience, price, and delivery schedule.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Ensure all questions are submitted via email by the August 5th deadline. Your quotation must strictly follow the submission instructions detailed in Section E (page 20) of the solicitation. Failure to provide any required documentation will make your quotation ineligible for award.

Tips for a competitive response

Since technical capability and demonstrated experience are the most significant evaluation factors, focus on clearly articulating your firm's expertise and past performance in providing similar equipment and supplies. Provide specific examples and details to support your claims.

While price is important, the government reserves the right to award to a higher-priced offeror if their technical capability or qualifications are superior. Therefore, ensure your technical proposal is strong and clearly demonstrates the value you bring. Also, pay close attention to the delivery schedule, as it is the least significant factor but still considered.