PIMC Assessment & Abatement

The Indian Health Service (IHS), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is conducting market research to procure pre-construction risk assessment, asbestos safety, and water intrusion support services for Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) located at 4212 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, Arizona. This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal request for quote or solicitation. The objective is to determine compliance with the Buy Indian Act and to assess whether the requirement can be appropriately set aside. Qualified respondents must submit written responses by March 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time, including company information, DUNS/SAM Unique Entity Identifier Number, Tax ID, business classification, and a capability statement demonstrating qualifications to provide the required services. The procurement falls under NAICS code 562910 (Remediation Services). Interested firms must also complete the IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form for self-certification. While formal evaluation criteria are not detailed in this sources sought notice, the IHS will prioritize vendors based on their eligibility status and capability to meet the stated objectives once the formal solicitation is issued.

This procurement is designated as a Buy Indian set-aside, requiring that all respondents qualify as Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). To be eligible, businesses must demonstrate at least 51 percent ownership by Indians, Federally Recognized Indian Tribes, or Alaska Native Corporations, with the same percentage receiving at least 51 percent of contract earnings and management controlled by Indians. Respondents must identify the specific Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation upon which they rely for IEE status. The notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide an estimated award value or budget range, as this is preliminary market research to assess the vendor landscape. Vendors must maintain their IEE eligibility at three critical junctures: when submitting an offer, at the time of contract award, and throughout the entire contract performance period. False or misleading information regarding eligibility constitutes a violation of federal law and may result in civil and criminal penalties.