IEE and ISBEE Sources Sought for Expired Pharmaceutical Reverse Distributor for Indian Health Service (IHS), Albuquerque Area

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, on behalf of the Indian Health Service (IHS) Albuquerque Area, is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors for expired pharmaceutical reverse distributor services. This Sources Sought notice is issued in accordance with the Buy Indian Act to determine the availability of Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) capable of providing reverse pharmacy services for expired medications. The procurement is categorized under PSC Q517 for Medical Pharmacology and NAICS 562119 for Other Waste Collection.

The anticipated contract involves managing the return and disposal of expired pharmaceuticals at facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Interested IEE or ISBEE firms must provide a capability statement and complete the IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form to demonstrate their eligibility and capacity to perform the required services. This notice is designated with a BICiv set-aside, and the two associated attachments provide the formal Sources Sought documentation and the necessary representation form.

Responses to this market research inquiry are due by June 24, 2026. The primary point of contact for this requirement, identified by solicitation number IHS_ALB_RP, is Deborah Blyveis. This notice serves as a preliminary step for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals or quotations.