Q--MEDICAL SERVICE AT SIPI
ID: 140A2325Q0154Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners (621399)

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MEDICAL- EVALUATION/SCREENING (Q403)

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Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is soliciting quotes for medical nursing services at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The procurement aims to secure a part-time nursing position, requiring approximately 1,040 hours of service annually, with a maximum of 2,080 hours, to provide essential healthcare to students, faculty, and staff, particularly addressing health issues related to COVID-19 and other conditions. This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), emphasizing the importance of enhancing healthcare accessibility and support for Native American students in higher education. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by July 14, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jeff Morris at jeff.morris@bie.edu or call 505-364-2130 for further details.

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    The Performance Work Statement outlines the scope of services for a contract to provide medical nursing services at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI). The contractor is tasked with delivering general nursing care and emergency medical services to students, faculty, and staff, focusing on health issues related to COVID and other conditions. Key responsibilities include providing medical personnel and equipment, conducting health screenings, and offering health education training. The objective is to enhance Native American students' success and retention in higher education by addressing healthcare needs effectively. The contract will span approximately 1,040 hours per year during school hours, with detailed deliverables including weekly activity reports and assessments of health services provided. The contractor will operate from SIPI’s Student Success Center and must ensure data security and privacy concerning student medical records. The statement emphasizes the importance of compliance with state and federal health regulations and aims to foster better healthcare accessibility for the Native American student population.
    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation (RFQ #140A2325Q0154) for part-time nursing services at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) in Albuquerque, NM. The modified solicitation aims to adjust specific clauses and provisions while retaining the submission deadline of July 14, 2025, and the total contract period, which spans from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, with four consecutive option years extending through July 2030. This solicitation is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) with a focus on offering approximately 1,040 hours of nursing services per year, with a maximum of 2,080 hours. The document also discusses compliance requirements related to federal acquisition regulations, contract clauses, and provisions, emphasizing the necessity for bidders to acknowledge amendments, submit invoices electronically, and complete background checks for involved personnel due to the nature of the services. The overall goal is to provide essential nursing management services to SIPI while ensuring adherence to federal acquisition standards and promoting participation from small business enterprises within the Indian community. The document provides thorough instructions for potential contractors, outlining evaluation criteria concerning technical approaches, past performance, and pricing.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Education for Nursing Services at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This RFQ sets a 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and invites quotes for a part-time nursing position, totaling approximately 1,040 hours yearly, with a maximum of 2,080 hours. The performance period spans from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, with options for additional years until 2030. Key details include required elements in proposals, such as a technical approach overview, pricing structure, and past performance evidence. The RFQ emphasizes compliance with specific Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and requires the contractor to submit invoices electronically via the U.S. Treasury's Internet Payment Platform. Additionally, contractors must undergo background checks as mandated by existing laws and regulations due to the nature of work involving Indian children. The document highlights the commitment to fair labor practices and ensures that all applicable taxes are considered in the contract pricing.
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