SOURCES SOUGHT - OCAO TELERADIOLOGY INTERPRETATIONS
ID: 246-24-Q-0205Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEOK CITY AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73114, USA

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

PSC

MEDICAL- OTHER (Q999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e4bbab323f6a47e4b51d5ec043876729/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide teleradiology interpretation services for the Oklahoma Area Indian Health Service. This procurement aims to address the need for diagnostic radiology and transcription services due to a shortage of staff radiologists, ensuring timely interpretations of radiology studies, with routine reports required within 24 hours and emergency results within 20 minutes. The initiative is critical for enhancing healthcare delivery to approximately 1.5 million members of federally recognized tribes, aligning with the federal government's commitment to improving health services in underserved areas. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 12:00 PM CST on September 13, 2024, to Edson Yellowfish at Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov, including relevant company information and registration details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Edson Yellowfish
    (405) 951-3888
    Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov
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    Attachment A 2024 - non pricing.xlsx
    The document details the imaging workload and associated costs across various Indian Health Centers, focusing specifically on exams performed in categories including X-rays, mammography, tomography, CT scans, and ultrasound. It presents a comprehensive breakdown of the volume of procedures conducted at facilities such as Claremore and Lawton Indian Hospitals, along with projected costs over five years, which include yearly price and volume increases. The analysis reveals a total of approximately 54,770 exams with an estimated total cost of $26,885,375 over a five-year period, reflecting adjustments for annual increases. This information emphasizes the demand for imaging services in the Indian Health system and serves as a basis for potential government contracts or funding requests. The potential for increased healthcare funding and the need for strategic budgeting in these centers are highlighted, as the data illustrates both current operational volumes and anticipated needs for years to come. Overall, the document underscores the critical nature of these services in delivering healthcare to Indian populations and aligns with governmental objectives of enhancing health service provision in underserved areas.
    SOW - OCAO teleradiology intepretations.docx
    The Statement of Work outlines the requirements for diagnostic radiology and transcription services for the Indian Health Services (IHS) in Oklahoma and Albuquerque, underlining the need for contracted services due to the absence of staff radiologists. The contract will cover various responsibilities including professional consultation, quality assurance, and compliance with healthcare standards such as The Joint Commission and HIPAA. The contractor must be capable of providing timely interpretations of radiology studies, with routine reports due within 24 hours and emergency results within 20 minutes. A comprehensive quality control program will be required, and the contractor must maintain close communication with IHS facilities. Additionally, they must secure all patient data and follow strict protocols for the handling and transmission of sensitive information. With a performance period of 12 months and potential extensions, the contract aims to enhance the delivery of radiology services to approximately 1.5 million members of federally recognized tribes. This initiative emphasizes the federal government's commitment to accessible healthcare for American Indians and Alaska Natives.
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