The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist at the Pinon Health Center, part of the Indian Health Service (IHS). This non-personal services contract supports the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives by providing outpatient radiologic imaging. Key responsibilities include performing X-ray procedures, ensuring image clarity, maintaining equipment, and updating patient records. The technologist must adhere to strict competency, compliance, patient outcome, and professionalism standards, including cultural awareness and federal conduct codes. Qualifications demand ARRT/ARDMS certification, a valid license, BLS certification, and specific immunization and background check requirements. The role requires flexible hours, potential overtime, and adherence to IHS IT system security. The PWS details government-furnished property, key personnel requirements, and medical liability insurance, emphasizing the non-personal nature of the services.

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for non-personal services for an X-ray Technician at the Pinon Health Center, Navajo Area Indian Health Service. It outlines the requirements for contractors to provide an X-ray Technician for 12 months, including an all-inclusive rate covering travel and housing. The solicitation is unrestricted under NAICS code 561320 with a small business size standard of $30,000,000. Proposals are due by December 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM MST and must be submitted via email in four separate PDF volumes: Administrative Documents, Technical Proposal, Past Performance, and Price. Evaluation factors prioritize Past Performance, Technical Capability, and Candidate Qualifications over Price. The document also details various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) clauses applicable to the acquisition, emphasizing Indian Economic Enterprise preferences, medical liability insurance, and compliance with the REAL ID Act for facility access.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires offerors to self-certify their status as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) for solicitations, sources sought notices, RFIs, and resultant contracts. This certification must be valid at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the entire performance period. If eligibility is lost, the contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer. Contracting Officers may request supporting documentation, and awards may be subject to protest if eligibility is questioned. Successful offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Providing false information is a violation of law, punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims during performance are subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287. The form requires offerors to explicitly state whether they meet the IEE definition with “Indian Ownership,” including details such as the name of the 51% owner, certifying signature, print name, federally recognized tribal entity, business name, and DUNS number.