Sources Sought APN at Pinon Health Center
ID: IHS1506221Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1c83e64f238e478798c8017c2815e6eb/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 23, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Non-Personal Service Contract Advance Practice Nurse healthcare providers for the Urgent Care Department at the Pinon Health Center in Arizona. The objective of this procurement is to identify capable parties that can deliver outpatient general and urgent care services while ensuring compliance with established health standards and providing culturally appropriate care to the Navajo population. This initiative is crucial for improving healthcare delivery in underserved areas, particularly for the approximately 35,000 Navajo patients who often face significant barriers to accessing medical services. Interested parties must submit their responses, including detailed capability statements and relevant qualifications, to Whitney Shorty at whitney.shorty@ihs.gov by the specified closing date, with the contract duration expected to be one year from the date of award.

Point(s) of Contact
Whitney Shorty
(928) 725-9806
whitney.shorty@ihs.gov
Files
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IHS IEE Representation Form.pdf
Jan 8, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document outlines the self-certification process for Offerors under the Buy Indian Act, administered by the Department of Health and Human Services' Indian Health Service. It emphasizes the need for entities to meet the definition of an “Indian Economic Enterprise” at three critical points: when making an offer, at contract award, and throughout contract performance. Offerors must provide accurate information and notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility criteria, with potential legal consequences for false declarations. Successful Offerors must also be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). The document includes a representation section for Offerors to certify compliance with the Buy Indian Act's requirements, including identification of the entity and owner. Overall, this file is part of the framework guiding federal contracting processes to promote economic development among Indian-owned enterprises.
Performance Work Statement_FNP - PHC-23-0610 12-5-24.docx
Jan 8, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) No. PHC-23-0610 outlines the requirements for nonpersonal Family Nurse Practitioner services at the Pinon Health Center to support the Indian Health Service's mission for American Indians and Alaska Natives' health. The document provides a comprehensive background on the Indian Health Service and its regional structure, particularly focusing on the Navajo Area Indian Health Service. The contractor will deliver outpatient general and urgent care services, ensuring compliance with established standards and providing culturally appropriate care. Key responsibilities include patient assessments, diagnostics, treatment, and coordination of care, alongside maintaining electronic health records. The PWS specifies qualifications for the contractor, including relevant certifications, experience, and adherence to health regulations and safety protocols. Furthermore, performance metrics emphasize documentation quality, patient outcomes, and compliance with policies. In the context of federal RFPs, this PWS demonstrates the government's commitment to improving healthcare delivery within underserved populations, emphasizing quality assurance and performance measurements. The structured approach ensures accountability and service continuity within the IHS framework, alongside detailed contractor qualifications and service expectations.
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