Sources Sought Notice - Pandemic Preparedness Plan Evaluation

The Indian Health Service intends to solicit pandemic preparedness plan evaluation services, with responses to this sources sought notice due by May 14, 2026. No set-aside has been designated, though the IHS has not yet made a final determination on whether the requirement will be set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), or small business concerns; the acquisition strategy will be determined following review of sources sought responses and additional market research.

Work will be performed off-site at the contractor's facility. The contractor will conduct a discovery phase including web-based discussions with IHS subject matter experts and review of the 2025 pandemic plan, then evaluate preparedness across key areas through simulation exercises such as tabletop exercises. The deliverable is a comprehensive after-action report addressing strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities with specific considerations for IHS and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities, followed by facilitation of a web-based dissemination meeting for IHS leadership and stakeholders.

The estimated period of performance runs from July 2026 through August 2027. The primary NAICS code is 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services). The IHS has identified this as a new requirement with no incumbent contractor. Only organizations certified as ISBEE, IEE, or small business concerns should respond; generic capability statements are explicitly insufficient and non-compliant. Responses must be submitted via email to cynthia.cason@ihs.gov with "Pandemic Plan - Your Company Name" in the subject line. The Government will provide access to reporting systems, documentation, subject matter experts, and stakeholders but will not furnish government property or require contractor travel.