Clinical Laboratory Testing at Wagner IHS Health Center
ID: IHS-SS-25-1511099Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c854cad35b5447be8c7cbcf1287c1684/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide clinical laboratory testing services at the Wagner IHS Healthcare Center in South Dakota. The primary objective is to facilitate the timely testing of communicable diseases that cannot be performed on-site, thereby improving reporting and tracking efficiency with the South Dakota Department of Health. This initiative is crucial for enhancing public health responses and reducing disease transmission times. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by April 11, 2025, to John Archambeau at john.archambeau@ihs.gov, with the anticipated contract period running from May 13, 2025, to May 12, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Archambeau
    (605) 384-4857
    (605) 384-5701
    john.archambeau@ihs.gov
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    Service Provisions and Clauses.pdf
    The document serves as a comprehensive solicitation provision for federal contracts, specifically focusing on non-personal services. It outlines key Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) provisions incorporated by reference, emphasizing the necessity for offerors to complete certain blocks and provide information related to clauses relevant to the contract. These provisions cover various aspects such as the System for Award Management, personal identity verification, service contract reporting requirements, minimum wage standards for contractors, and stipulations against contracting with inverted domestic corporations. Additionally, it details requirements for small business considerations, contractor ethics, and the prohibition of contracting for telecommunications services from certain specified entities. The purpose of these regulations is to ensure compliance with federal law, uphold ethical standards, and support small business participation in government contracting. By clearly delineating the responsibilities and requirements for contractors, the document emphasizes accountability and adherence to statutory provisions associated with federal procurements.
    SOW state lab POP 5 13 2025 TO 5 12 2026.pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work for providing clinical laboratory testing services at the Wagner IHS Healthcare Facility in South Dakota. It emphasizes the need for certain off-site communicable disease tests, which are not performed on-site, to facilitate quicker reporting and tracking by the South Dakota Department of Health. This is aimed at reducing disease transmission times. Key tasks include courier transportation of specimens for testing, covering tests such as blood lead, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV. Accurate and timely reporting of test results to the state health department is mandated, in compliance with state laws. The contract period runs from May 13, 2025, to May 12, 2026, with specified responsibilities for both the contractor and the Wagner IHS. No government equipment is required, while the contractor must supply necessary mailing and shipping materials. Quality of care standards are established, requiring the contractor to meet accreditation and HIPAA compliance. The contractor is responsible for all tax and withholding obligations. Additionally, invoices must be submitted electronically via the Department of Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), as mandated by federal regulations. This request for proposal aligns with federal efforts to enhance healthcare services and streamline administrative processes.
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