SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE - Final_rh_6-24-26.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

This Sources Sought is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). No solicitation is being issued at this time.

Title: Radio Broadcasting Services for Public Health Announcements Notice Type: Sources Sought Synopsis Response Date: 06/30/2026, 3:00 PM Easten Standard Time (EST) PSC Code: R426 Broadcast/Media Services NAICS Code: NAICS Code: 516110 - Radio Broadcasting Stations Classification Code: R426- Broadcast/Media Services Contracting Office: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), ASFR/OMAS Point of Contact: Ratonya Harris, Ratonya.harris@hhs.gov Place of Performance: Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS) Broadcasting Area

1. Introduction This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only, issued by The Navajo Area Indian Health Service (NAIHS), an Indian Health Service (IHS) facility. This is not a solicitation for proposals or quotations. In accordance with the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. § 47), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and the HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR), the purpose of this notice is to identify and obtain information from qualified Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of providing radio broadcasting services.

The goal is to identify qualified and interested businesses capable of providing professional radio broadcasting services to disseminate vital public health information to communities within the Navajo Area and surrounding regions.

The information received will be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, with priority given to a set-aside under the Buy Indian Act. The Government will not award a contract based on this notice nor pay for any information submitted.

2. Background NAIHS requires a professional radio broadcasting contractor to provide airtime for public service announcements (PSAs). Radio is a critical communication tool in remote and rural communities where access to reliable internet and other media may be limited. This initiative will ensure that essential health information regarding disease prevention, healthy behaviors, and available health resources reaches intended audiences in a culturally and geographically appropriate manner.

3. Statement of Work (SOW)

3.1 Objective

To obtain professional radio broadcasting services that advance Navajo Area public health priorities, promote health education, and strengthen community engagement through accessible and culturally relevant programming.

3.2 Scope

The contractor shall broadcast Government-approved PSAs to expand the reach of public health information, influence health behaviors, and improve access to critical health information in underserved communities.

3.3 Contractor Tasks and Responsibilities

The Contractor shall:

· Provide sufficient airtime for five (5) distinct thirty-second (30-second) PSAs, with each PSA being broadcast three (3) times per day, seven (7) days per week.

· Provide consultation and technical assistance on PSA scheduling to maximize audience reach.

· Develop and submit a detailed broadcast schedule for Government review and approval prior to the start of the performance period.

· Broadcast approved PSAs on designated and agreed-upon radio stations.

3.4 Deliverables

The Contractor shall provide the following electronically to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR):

· A detailed broadcast schedule for approval prior to airing.

· Monthly airing logs documenting the date, time, station, and PSA identification for each broadcast.

· Monthly performance reports summarizing broadcast activities.

· A final summary report at the end of the period of performance.

3.5 Government-Furnished Information (GFI)

The Government will provide the contractor with the five (5) distinct 30-second PSA audio files for broadcast.

3.6 Period of Performance

The anticipated Period of Performance is July 1, 2026, through November 30, 2026 (five months).

3.7 Place of Performance

The broadcasting services shall cover the Navajo Area and surrounding regions. The contractor’s administrative functions may be performed at their own facilities.

3.8 Invoicing

All invoices shall be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

4. Requested Information from Interested Parties Interested businesses should provide a capability statement (not to exceed 3 pages) that demonstrates their ability to perform the services described in the Draft SOW. The statement should include:

· Company Information: Name, address, DUNS/UEI number, and point of contact.

· Business Size and Status: Please provide your small business size status under NAICS code 516110 (Radio Broadcasting) (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Woman-Owned Small Business).

· Capability Narrative: A brief description of your company's experience providing radio broadcasting services, particularly for public health or community-focused campaigns. Please include experience broadcasting to rural and/or tribal communities.

· Coverage Area: A list of radio stations you operate or have access to and their geographic coverage areas relevant to the Navajo Nation.

5. Submission Instructions Please submit your capability statement via email to Ratonya Harris, Ratonya.Harris@hhs.gov no later than June 30, 2026. The subject line of the email should read: IHS1522809 "Response to Sources Sought Notice: Radio Broadcasting Services."

6. Disclaimer This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government will not provide feedback on any information submitted. All submission costs are at the respondent's expense. Information marked as proprietary will be handled as such.