The Pine Ridge Indian Health Service requires a contractor to provide Out-Patient Nursing Services to support its mission of improving healthcare for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The contract necessitates qualified Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses to fill staffing gaps caused by shortages. The contractor will deliver non-personal nursing services across various locations, including specialty clinics and health centers, ensuring seamless patient care.
Key responsibilities include direct patient care like administering medications, conducting physical examinations, and providing patient education, while adhering to established quality assurance standards. Contractor personnel must hold active nursing licenses and have relevant experience, as well as comply with health and safety requirements, including vaccinations.
The contract spans a base year plus four one-year options and emphasizes flexibility in staffing to maintain minimum coverage. Invoicing will occur monthly, with a detailed review of performance metrics conducted regularly. Overall, the contract addresses the critical need for reliable nursing support in rural healthcare settings, ensuring ongoing quality care for the Native American population served by the Pine Ridge Service Unit.
The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service is issuing a Sources Sought notice as part of market research to identify potential contractors for providing Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for the Pine Ridge Indian Health Service in South Dakota. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or bids, nor will contracts be awarded based on it. Interested parties are invited to respond with details such as company name, Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number, contact information, and confirmation of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 621399, focusing on offices of miscellaneous health practitioners, and small businesses are encouraged to apply. Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) may receive preference during procurement. Responses are to be submitted via email, and there will be no individual notifications regarding the outcome of this inquiry. The government emphasizes that no reimbursement will be offered for responses to this notice.