Specifications - Nitrile Gloves.docx

This is a specifications document for nitrile examination gloves required under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Medical/Surgical gloves issued by the Indian Health Service, Chinle Service Unit. The gloves must be powder-free, non-sterile, single-use exam gloves manufactured without natural rubber latex and compliant with ASTM D6319 standards. Critical requirements include testing for chemotherapy drug protection per ASTM D6978 and barrier testing against both fentanyl and chemotherapy drug exposure to prevent contamination between patients and examiners. Acceptable quantities per box are 100, 250, or 300 units, with sizes available in Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large.

This is a sources-sought notice for market research purposes, not a formal solicitation. Interested vendors must submit responses by March 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST to Teola Autaubo at teola.autaubo@ihs.gov with subject line "SSN IHS1521057." The period of performance is twelve months. Submissions must include company profile information (UEI, name, address, primary point of contact, business size and ownership type), socioeconomic status certifications (8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership if applicable, and current SAM.gov representations and certifications. The applicable NAICS code is 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 800 employees.