# Notice of Intent: PAM Modules Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/ihs1524158 - Solicitation number: IHS1524158 - Notice type: Special notice - Status: Closed. Deadline was May 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT - Department: Department of Health and Human Services - Agency: Indian Health Service - Contracting office: Great Plains Area Indian Health SVC (75H706) - NAICS: 541519 Other Computer Related Services - Product or service code: 7G21 Digital network communications hardware, software, and other equipment used within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's Local Area Network (LAN). Wide Area Network (WAN) digital transmission equipment, supporting hardware and software directly connecting data centers, offices and third parties. Includes 1) external digital network transport equipment (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points 2) copper and fiber communications systems, and 3) cellular infrastructure such as towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication. Products and tools that enable or distribute voice services through on-premise digital equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets. - Place of performance: Aberdeen, South Dakota - County: Brown County (FIPS 46013). https://abierto.us/counties/brown-county-sd-46013 - City: Aberdeen. https://abierto.us/cities/aberdeen-sd-4600100 - First posted: April 24, 2026 - Last posted: April 24, 2026 - SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/25d3a518ab0d4a378c945801b03725cd/view ## Description NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AGENCY: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) **OPERATING DIVISION:** Indian Health Service (IHS) **ACTION:** Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Contract AUTHORITY: FAR 6.302-1 – Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements; FAR 12.201-1 – Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services NAICS CODE: **541519:** Software installation services, computer PSC CODE: **7G21:** IT and Telecom - network: digital network products (hardware and perpetual license software) DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT The Indian Health Service (IHS), Great Plains Area, intends to award a firm-fixed-price sole source contract for the upgrade and modernization of existing Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) across multiple IHS facilities. This requirement includes the upgrade of Lenel HSPD-12 / FIPS 201-3 compliant Physical Access Control Systems, including hardware replacement, software licensing, installation, configuration, and testing at fifteen (15) IHS facilities located throughout the Great Plains Area. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE The purpose of this acquisition is to ensure compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201-3, while modernizing physical security infrastructure across IHS healthcare facilities. This effort will: Replace obsolete Lenel controllers and hardware Upgrade to HID Signo PIV readers Implement Lenel PIV authentication licenses Eliminate dependency on Physical Access Modules (PAM) Enable direct Federal Bridge connectivity Maintain uninterrupted access control operations during transition These upgrades are critical to safeguarding federal facilities, patients, staff, and sensitive information, while ensuring standardized and secure access control systems. SCOPE OF WORK (SUMMARY) The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to: Replace existing Lenel controllers with current-generation models (X4420 and 1320-S3) Remove and replace existing HID PIV readers with HID Signo readers (134 total units) Provide and install Lenel PIV authentication licenses Configure systems within the existing Lenel OnGuard platform Migrate existing cardholder data and permissions Perform full system integration, testing, and validation Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and industry standards Work will be performed across fifteen (15) IHS facilities in North Dakota and South Dakota, including hospitals and health centers within the Great Plains Area. JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE The Government intends to award this requirement on a sole source basis to a contractor authorized and certified by LenelS2 to provide proprietary hardware, software, licensing, and system integration services. The existing infrastructure is based on the Lenel OnGuard system, which requires: Proprietary Lenel hardware and controllers Manufacturer-specific software licenses and configurations Certified technicians with access to proprietary technical data Integration with existing Federal Bridge PIV authentication systems Only an authorized Lenel integrator possesses the required access to proprietary systems, software licensing, and technical expertise necessary to ensure compatibility, security compliance, and continuity of operations. Award to any other source would result in unacceptable risks, including system incompatibility, security vulnerabilities, disruption to facility operations, and failure to meet federal compliance requirements. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The anticipated period of performance is six (6) months from date of contract award. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES This notice is for informational purposes only. However, any responsible source that believes it can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement. Capability statements must demonstrate the ability to: Provide authorized LenelS2 hardware and software Perform full system integration within existing Lenel OnGuard environments Meet HSPD-12 and FIPS 201-3 compliance requirements Provide certified technicians with relevant experience SUBMISSION INFORMATION Capability statements must be submitted via email within five (5) calendar days from the date of publication of this notice. Responses must include sufficient technical documentation to determine capability. **POINT OF CONTACT Contract Specialist:** **Erin Doering Email:** Erin.Doering@ihs.gov DISCLAIMER This notice does not constitute a solicitation for quotes or proposals. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. ## Publications - April 24, 2026: Special notice, due May 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Notice 25d3a518ab0d4a378c945801b03725cd. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/25d3a518ab0d4a378c945801b03725cd/view ## Points of contact - Erin Doering, Erin.Doering@ihs.gov, 6052267662 --- Source: SAM.gov Contract Opportunities bulk extract. Confirm deadlines on SAM.gov before responding. Cite https://abierto.us/opportunities/ihs1524158.