Registered Nursing (RN) Services
ID: 75H71024Q00182Type: Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

MEDICAL- NURSING (Q401)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Registered Nursing (RN) services at the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, New Mexico. The contract will cover non-personal RN services on an as-needed basis, with a base period from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and an option for extension until March 31, 2025. This procurement is critical for delivering healthcare services to over 20,000 patients, primarily Navajo individuals, and emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and compliance with federal regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 12, 2024, to Contract Specialist Brenda Joe at brenda.joe@ihs.gov, and ensure adherence to various FAR clauses and wage determinations as outlined in the associated documents.

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    The performance-based work statement (PBWS) outlines the requirements for a personal services contract involving registered nurse services for the Crownpoint Service Unit (CPSU), which serves over 20,000 patients in northwestern New Mexico, primarily Navajo individuals. The contractor is responsible for delivering ambulatory care nursing services across three designated health facilities: the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility, Thoreau Health Center, and Pueblo Pintado Health Center. Specific duties include case management for both adult and pediatric patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, documenting care electronically using CPSU's health records system, and adhering to stringent health and safety regulations. Key requirements consist of a minimum of three years of nursing experience, proper licensing, and certifications such as Basic Life Support. Performance will be evaluated based on various standards including patient outcomes, safety compliance, documentation accuracy, and quality of service. The contract emphasizes a cooperative attitude and cultural sensitivity in dealing with diverse patient backgrounds. Overall, this PBWS aims to ensure high-quality nursing care and effective patient management while complying with federal regulations and best practices in healthcare.
    The document provides a wage determination under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor, aimed at ensuring fair compensation for federal service contractors. Starting from January 30, 2022, contractors must pay covered employees at least $12.15 per hour, or $16.20 if bound by Executive Order 14026. Wage rates are specified for diverse occupations in New Mexico, including administrative, maintenance, health, and technical roles, featuring minimum pay and benefits such as health, welfare, vacation, and holidays. Employees in certain classifications are entitled to higher minimum wages under specified executive orders. The document underscores the legal requirements related to wages and working conditions for government contracts, intending to safeguard worker rights and ensure compliance with compensation standards. It also outlines the conformance process for unlisted job classifications, emphasizing adherence to the established wage standards while maintaining clarity and transparency within contracting engagements.
    This document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for non-personal Registered Nursing (RN) services at the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in Crownpoint, NM. The contract seeks qualified vendors to provide services on an as-needed basis, with a base period from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and an option for a subsequent period until March 31, 2025. The RFQ emphasizes that the contractor is an independent provider, without government supervision over medical judgment or specifics of care. Key evaluation criteria for vendors include past performance, ability to retain staff, qualifications of key personnel, and pricing. Compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses is mandatory. The contractor must ensure appropriate medical liability insurance coverage and is required to submit an electronic payment request for reimbursement. All quotes must be submitted by September 12, 2024, to assigned Contract Specialist Brenda Joe. The entire contract includes adherence to numerous regulations aimed at ensuring ethical standards and operational compliance while providing the necessary healthcare services to the community.
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