Cisco Network Equipment
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- RFQ-26-PHX-023
- Agency
- Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- PSC
- 7G21 It And Telecom - Network: Digital Network Products (Hardware And Perpetual License Software)
- Place of performance
- Whiteriver, Arizona 85941, United States
- Points of contact
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- Jimmy Perry jimmy.perry@ihs.gov (602) 364-5266
- Jeremy Steel jeremy.steel@ihs.gov (602) 364-5264
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service is procuring new, original Cisco network equipment and associated components through Solicitation RFQ-26-PHX-023, a Request for Quotation issued under the commercial items acquisition process. The procurement includes Cisco Catalyst 9300L and 9200L switches, power supplies, software licenses, transceivers, cabling, and professional installation services to support network infrastructure upgrades across multiple healthcare facilities. Key contract requirements mandate that all equipment must be brand-new Cisco original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products with full manufacturer warranties, valid serial numbers, and support eligibility, with no refurbished or gray market products permitted. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and must provide documentation of Cisco Authorized Reseller status or authorized supply chain source. Award will be made using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures to the lowest-priced offeror meeting technical requirements, with evaluation based on compliance with specified Cisco part numbers, confirmation of new genuine OEM products, warranty eligibility, and ability to meet the required 30-day delivery schedule. The current submission deadline is April 23, 2026, following three amendments that extended the original April 15, 2026 deadline, with vendor questions due by April 13, 2026, directed to Contract Specialist Jimmy Perry at jimmy.perry@ihs.gov.
This procurement is 100% set-aside exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) certified as American Indian and Alaska Native–owned small businesses under FAR Subpart 26.5 and Buy Indian regulations, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees under NAICS code 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing). A previous related ISBEE set-aside contract (75H71226P00003) was awarded on October 22, 2025, valued at $145,769.00, indicating ongoing network infrastructure investments. The scope encompasses equipment installation and configuration across six facility locations within the Whiteriver Service Unit, including the Whiteriver Indian Hospital, Cibecue Health Center, SSB Building, Main Hospital, WR Power Plant, and WR-Garrett Building in Whiteriver, Arizona 85941. The contractor must demonstrate positive past performance with Indian Health Service, hold Cisco Certified Network Engineer certification, and comply with federal privacy and security regulations including HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and CFR 42 Part 2, with all deliverables meeting Revised Section 508 Standards and WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards. Delivery is required to Whiteriver Service Unit within 30 days after receipt of order on a firm-fixed-price basis with FOB Destination terms, with the contractor responsible for developing a detailed cutover plan, providing on-site and remote troubleshooting, performing end-to-end testing, and delivering comprehensive closeout documentation.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
Amendment 3: is issued to upload Q&A Repsonse 2 and extend the submission deadline to April 23 2026.
Amendment 2: is issued to extend quote submission deadline to April 22, 2026.
Amendment 1: is issued to upload Q&A and extend the solicition to April 21 2026.
TO RECEIVE UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THIS REQUIREMENT, INCLUDING ANSWERS TO VENDOR QUESTIONS, MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREMENT OR EXTENSIONS TO THE OFFER DUE DATE, USE THE FOLLOW THIS REQUIREMENT FEATURE TO ENSURE SYSTEM NOTIFICATIONS.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation # RFQ-26-PHX-023 and this notice is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial commodities/services. Submit written quotes only, oral offers will not be accepted. All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).
This requirement is under North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) codes: 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees. This requirement is set-aside 100% Buy Indian (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services); wherein, Buy Indian means American Indian and Alaska Native Small businesses, in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR Part 121.
Definitions. Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE). Any business activity owned by one or more Indians or Indian Tribes that is established for the purpose of profit provided that: the combined Indian or Indian Tribe ownership must constitute not less than 51 percent of the enterprise; the Indians or Indian Tribes must, together, receive at least a majority of the earnings from the contract; and the management and daily business operations of an enterprise must be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians. To ensure actual control over the enterprise, the individuals must possess requisite management or technical capabilities directly related to the primary industry in which the enterprise conducts business. The enterprise must meet these requirements throughout the following time periods:
- At the time an offer is made in response to a written solicitation;
- At the time of the contract award; and
- During the full term of the contract.
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). An IEE that is also a small business concern established in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR part 121. Offerors that do not fall into this category will not be considered for award.
REQUIREMENTS: Indian Health Service (IHS) – Phoenix Area Office (PAO), 40 North Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85004-4424 has a requirement for Admin Building equipment and install in accordance with attached SOW for the Whiteriver Service Unit (WRSU).
Update #3 ·
Amendment 2: is issued to extend quote submission deadline to April 22, 2026.
Amendment 1: is issued to upload Q&A and extend the solicition to April 21 2026.
TO RECEIVE UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THIS REQUIREMENT, INCLUDING ANSWERS TO VENDOR QUESTIONS, MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREMENT OR EXTENSIONS TO THE OFFER DUE DATE, USE THE FOLLOW THIS REQUIREMENT FEATURE TO ENSURE SYSTEM NOTIFICATIONS.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation # RFQ-26-PHX-023 and this notice is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial commodities/services. Submit written quotes only, oral offers will not be accepted. All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).
This requirement is under North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) codes: 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees. This requirement is set-aside 100% Buy Indian (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services); wherein, Buy Indian means American Indian and Alaska Native Small businesses, in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR Part 121.
Definitions. Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE). Any business activity owned by one or more Indians or Indian Tribes that is established for the purpose of profit provided that: the combined Indian or Indian Tribe ownership must constitute not less than 51 percent of the enterprise; the Indians or Indian Tribes must, together, receive at least a majority of the earnings from the contract; and the management and daily business operations of an enterprise must be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians. To ensure actual control over the enterprise, the individuals must possess requisite management or technical capabilities directly related to the primary industry in which the enterprise conducts business. The enterprise must meet these requirements throughout the following time periods:
- At the time an offer is made in response to a written solicitation;
- At the time of the contract award; and
- During the full term of the contract.
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). An IEE that is also a small business concern established in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR part 121. Offerors that do not fall into this category will not be considered for award.
REQUIREMENTS: Indian Health Service (IHS) – Phoenix Area Office (PAO), 40 North Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85004-4424 has a requirement for Admin Building equipment and install in accordance with attached SOW for the Whiteriver Service Unit (WRSU).
Update #2 ·
Amendment 1: is issued to upload Q&A and extend the solicition to April 21 2026.
TO RECEIVE UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THIS REQUIREMENT, INCLUDING ANSWERS TO VENDOR QUESTIONS, MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREMENT OR EXTENSIONS TO THE OFFER DUE DATE, USE THE FOLLOW THIS REQUIREMENT FEATURE TO ENSURE SYSTEM NOTIFICATIONS.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation # RFQ-26-PHX-023 and this notice is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial commodities/services. Submit written quotes only, oral offers will not be accepted. All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).
This requirement is under North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) codes: 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees. This requirement is set-aside 100% Buy Indian (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services); wherein, Buy Indian means American Indian and Alaska Native Small businesses, in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR Part 121.
Definitions. Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE). Any business activity owned by one or more Indians or Indian Tribes that is established for the purpose of profit provided that: the combined Indian or Indian Tribe ownership must constitute not less than 51 percent of the enterprise; the Indians or Indian Tribes must, together, receive at least a majority of the earnings from the contract; and the management and daily business operations of an enterprise must be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians. To ensure actual control over the enterprise, the individuals must possess requisite management or technical capabilities directly related to the primary industry in which the enterprise conducts business. The enterprise must meet these requirements throughout the following time periods:
- At the time an offer is made in response to a written solicitation;
- At the time of the contract award; and
- During the full term of the contract.
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). An IEE that is also a small business concern established in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR part 121. Offerors that do not fall into this category will not be considered for award.
REQUIREMENTS: Indian Health Service (IHS) – Phoenix Area Office (PAO), 40 North Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85004-4424 has a requirement for Admin Building equipment and install in accordance with attached SOW for the Whiteriver Service Unit (WRSU).
Update #1 ·
TO RECEIVE UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THIS REQUIREMENT, INCLUDING ANSWERS TO VENDOR QUESTIONS, MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREMENT OR EXTENSIONS TO THE OFFER DUE DATE, USE THE FOLLOW THIS REQUIREMENT FEATURE TO ENSURE SYSTEM NOTIFICATIONS.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation # RFQ-26-PHX-023 and this notice is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial commodities/services. Submit written quotes only, oral offers will not be accepted. All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).
This requirement is under North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) codes: 334111 Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees. This requirement is set-aside 100% Buy Indian (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services); wherein, Buy Indian means American Indian and Alaska Native Small businesses, in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR Part 121.
Definitions. Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE). Any business activity owned by one or more Indians or Indian Tribes that is established for the purpose of profit provided that: the combined Indian or Indian Tribe ownership must constitute not less than 51 percent of the enterprise; the Indians or Indian Tribes must, together, receive at least a majority of the earnings from the contract; and the management and daily business operations of an enterprise must be controlled by one or more individuals who are Indians. To ensure actual control over the enterprise, the individuals must possess requisite management or technical capabilities directly related to the primary industry in which the enterprise conducts business. The enterprise must meet these requirements throughout the following time periods:
- At the time an offer is made in response to a written solicitation;
- At the time of the contract award; and
- During the full term of the contract.
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). An IEE that is also a small business concern established in accordance with the criteria and size standards of 13 CFR part 121. Offerors that do not fall into this category will not be considered for award.
REQUIREMENTS: Indian Health Service (IHS) – Phoenix Area Office (PAO), 40 North Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85004-4424 has a requirement for Admin Building equipment and install in accordance with attached SOW for the Whiteriver Service Unit (WRSU).
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Q and A Response 2.docx | DOCX document | |
| Q and A.docx | DOCX document | |
| JOFOC_Cisco_IHS_Final.pdf | ||
| BOM.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| COMBINED SYNOPSIS LPTA.docx | DOCX document | |
| Whiteriver_Network_Upgrade_SOW.docx | DOCX document |
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