Physician Services
ID: 75H71024Q00161Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

PSC

MEDICAL- GENERAL HEALTH CARE (Q201)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6527caf166e3427c94d346a5b3ac36e8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service, under the Department of Health and Human Services, is soliciting proposals for physician services at the Tohatchi Health Center in New Mexico, with a performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The procurement specifically seeks qualified candidates in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics, requiring a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week, and emphasizes the provision of comprehensive healthcare services rather than just preventive care. This initiative is part of the government's commitment to delivering quality healthcare to Indigenous populations, and it is set aside for Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under the Buy Indian Act. Interested parties must submit their quotes by September 18, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Misty Billy at Misty.Billy@ihs.gov or by phone at 505-399-0177.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Misty Billy
    (505) 399-0177
    Misty.Billy@ihs.gov
    Files
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    Sol_75H71024Q00161_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document presents Amendment 0001 for RFQ No. 75H71024Q00161, issued for physician services at the Tohatchi Health Center, slated for a performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. It outlines procedural requirements for acknowledgment of the amendment and stipulations for the modification of existing contracts or orders. Key points regarding the bid for physician services include the option for bidders to provide any one of the three specialties (Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or Pediatrics), the unavailability of telemedicine, and the necessity for comprehensive services rather than just preventive care. Additionally, the position requires a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week, with operational hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The amendment serves to clarify these points and ensure proper adherence to the solicitation processes associated with the federal RFP framework.
    Sol_75H71024Q00161.pdf
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for healthcare services to be provided by the Gallup Indian Medical Center. It is structured to include essential details like the solicitation number, bid submission deadline, and contact information. The primary focus is on obtaining non-personal healthcare services for family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric physicians, scheduled from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The contractor is expected to comply with various federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulations (HHSAR). An important aspect is the requirement for contractors to hold liability insurance and to ensure compliance with the Indian Health Manual, particularly in protecting children. Moreover, the RFP mandates that only Indian Economic Enterprises that qualify as small businesses are considered for proposals under the Buy Indian Act. Emphasis is also placed on the evaluation criteria that encompass technical capability, key personnel qualifications, and past performance. The overall goal is to provide necessary healthcare services while adhering to specific regulatory and compliance frameworks, thereby emphasizing the government’s commitment to quality care for the Indigenous population.
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