ContractSources SoughtBuy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services)

Two (2) Optometrist - Santa Fe Indian Health Center

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES• Two_Optometrist_SFIHC
Response Deadline
Oct 27, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified Small Business Indian Firms to provide optometry services at the Santa Fe Indian Health Center in New Mexico. The procurement involves hiring two optometrists to perform a range of duties, including diagnosing and treating visual and ocular problems, conducting mandated examinations, and coordinating care with other medical professionals. This opportunity is critical for enhancing healthcare services within the Indian Health Service framework, particularly for Native American communities. Interested firms must submit their qualifications and required documentation, including certification as an Indian Economic Enterprise, to Patricia Trujillo via email by October 27, 2025, at 12:30 PM MDT.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
621320
Offices of Optometrists
PSC Code
Q511
MEDICAL- OPHTHALMOLOGY

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
BLANK - IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
PDF•129 KB•Oct 15, 2025
AI Summary
The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires potential contractors to self-certify as an "Indian Economic Enterprise" (IEE) in accordance with the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) and HHSAR 326.601. This representation form is used for solicitations, sources sought notices, and Requests for Information (RFIs). To qualify, an enterprise must meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet eligibility requirements. Eligibility may require documentation, and successful offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Providing false information can lead to severe penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false statements and 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedOct 14, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineOct 27, 2025
expiryArchive DateNov 11, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Sub-Tier
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE
Office
ALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC

Point of Contact

Name
Patricia P Trujillo

Place of Performance

Santa Fe, New Mexico, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

View on SAM.gov