Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Broadcasting Services

The Indian Health Service, a division of the Department of Health and Human Services, issued a notice of intent to sole source professional radio broadcasting services valued at $15,107.14 to iHeartMedia—Gallup, with a response deadline of July 13, 2026. The sole-source justification rests on FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source); iHeartMedia is determined to be the only media station capable of providing reliable radio broadcasting to remote and rural communities within the Navajo Nation, where internet access and digital platforms are inconsistent.

The acquisition supports dissemination of essential public health messages and awareness of priority health conditions, preventive measures, and available health resources in this region. The work is firm-fixed-priced and funded through OMA for fiscal year 2026. IHS conducted market research through a Sources Sought Notice (SS-IHS1522809) posted to SAM.gov on June 24, 2026, which closed with zero responses from Indian Economic Enterprises or other vendors. The contracting officer, Daniel Weingarten, determined anticipated cost fair and reasonable based on price analysis comparing historical pricing for similar services and the independent government estimate. The J&A was approved July 2, 2026, subject to funds availability.