PHC PHARMACISTS
ID: IHS154-PHC-PHARMType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d9bdfee28e0a46d78fddcef44137c138/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking capable sources for pharmacist services at the Pinon Health Center in Arizona. The procurement involves nonpersonal services for two pharmacists to support healthcare delivery, with an anticipated performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, including several option periods. This initiative is crucial for providing culturally acceptable healthcare to American Indians and Alaska Natives, ensuring effective medication management and patient care documentation. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package to Tilda Nez at tilda.nez@ihs.gov by October 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. MDT, to be considered for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    TILDA NEZ
    (928) 674-7474
    tilda.nez@ihs.gov
    Files
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    3 - PWS.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for contracting pharmacist services for the Indian Health Service (IHS), particularly in support of the Navajo Area Indian Health Service. The IHS, a federal agency, provides health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives, aiming for culturally acceptable healthcare access. The contractor will perform outpatient pharmacist duties across various IHS facilities, including hospitals and clinics, primarily at the Pinon Health Center, serving a significant rural population. Services are expected for flexible periods, from short-term engagements to multi-year contracts, with specific duties encompassing medication management and patient care documentation via the PHC Electronic Health Record system. The document details regulations regarding contractor qualifications, including licensure, experience, and health requirements, as well as performance metrics which will assess quality of service, compliance with standards, and patient outcomes. Key performance indicators include patient safety, professionalism, and adherence to ethical standards. The PWS also establishes protocols for training, property management, and conduct while delineating procedures for performance evaluation and documentation. This contract aligns with federal requirements and supports the IHS mission to deliver effective healthcare and improve the health status of Native populations.
    IHS IEE Representation Form_.pdf
    The document outlines the self-certification requirements under the Buy Indian Act for entities responding to solicitations from the Indian Health Service (IHS). It emphasizes that Offerors must qualify as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” throughout the bidding and contract execution phases. Offerors are required to certify their eligibility and notify the Contracting Officer if they no longer meet the criteria at any point during the contract performance. Additionally, the document warns that false information can lead to legal penalties. To safeguard the integrity of the process, Offerors must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM) and may need to provide further documentation to verify their eligibility. This form is crucial for ensuring that set-aside or sole-source contracts are awarded appropriately under the Buy Indian Act, which aims to foster economic growth within Indian communities.
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