PIMC Lad Testing

The Indian Health Service, a component of the Department of Health and Human Services, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought Notice to identify potential providers of diagnostic reference laboratory testing services for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC). This procurement falls under NAICS code 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and is designed to determine compliance with the Buy Indian Act and assess the feasibility of a set-aside contract. Interested vendors must submit detailed capability statements by November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM Local Time, including company information, points of contact, tax identification, business category classification, and evidence of relevant contract experience. All respondents are required to complete the IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form and identify the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or Alaska Native Corporation that will support their Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status. Vendors must be registered in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) and prepared to submit electronic annual representations and certifications upon offer submission; this notice emphasizes that it is market research only and not an actual request for quotes or proposals.

This procurement is designated as a Buy Indian set-aside, which means priority consideration will be given to Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) that meet the specified qualifications and obtain appropriate tribal sponsorship. The notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or current service providers, nor does it disclose specific award values or contract budget ranges. No details regarding contract duration, volume of testing services required, or historical spending levels have been provided in this market research phase. The abbreviated response timeline of six days reflects the preliminary nature of this Sources Sought Notice as a compliance determination and set-aside feasibility assessment rather than a competitive solicitation. Interested Indian-owned businesses should prioritize meeting the November 20, 2025, deadline and ensuring all required tribal representation documentation is prepared for submission.