Notice of Intent to Restrict Competition – NAIHS, Gallup Indian Medical Center – Genetic Testing for Newborns

The Indian Health Service (IHS), Navajo Area, Gallup Service Unit, has published a Notice of Intent to Restrict Competition for genetic testing services for newborns at Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC) in Gallup, New Mexico. This Special Notice, posted on December 16, 2025, announces the agency's intent to negotiate a single-source award with the State of New Mexico for the provision of genetic testing services. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and is valued at or below the simplified acquisition threshold. The restriction of competition is mandated by the New Mexico State Legislature, which requires that genetic testing on newborns be completed using screening tests provided by the State of New Mexico Department of Health, which obtains these tests from the Oregon State Laboratory. This is not a formal request for quotations, and no competitive solicitation will be issued.

Interested vendors who believe they can provide the stated genetic testing services are invited to submit a capability statement rather than a full proposal. All responses must be submitted in written format via email to Misty.Billy@ihs.gov by 9:00 AM Mountain Standard Time on December 31, 2025, as verbal responses will not be considered. There are no specific eligibility restrictions mentioned; however, vendors must be capable of meeting the requirement to provide genetic testing services consistent with New Mexico State Legislature mandates and utilizing screening protocols from the Oregon State Laboratory. The government retains sole discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement or proceed with a single-source award to the State of New Mexico based on the capability statements received. The period of performance for this contract is January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.