Non-Personal Service Contracts for Pharmacist healthcare providers to the Pinon Health Center, Chinle Service Unit
ID: IHS1505385Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/455fa43eaf4241188ce34273427a2d11/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking contractors to provide non-personal service contracts for pharmacist healthcare providers at the Pinon Health Center within the Chinle Service Unit in Arizona. The procurement aims to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care, with services required to be performed in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) during a base period from May 2025 to October 2025, followed by an option period from November 2025 to April 2026. This opportunity is particularly significant as it is set aside under the Buy Indian Act, emphasizing the importance of culturally sensitive healthcare delivery to the Navajo community. Interested contractors must submit their proposals electronically by April 24, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Tilda Nez at tilda.nez@ihs.gov or by phone at 928-674-7474.

    Point(s) of Contact
    TILDA NEZ
    (928) 674-7474
    tilda.nez@ihs.gov
    Files
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    Combined Synopsis-Solicitation Rev 02-25-2025 updated PHC PHARM_updated.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for pharmacist services under the Indian Health Service (IHS), specifically targeting the Navajo Area. It outlines the requirements for potential contractors to provide non-personal health services under a Buy Indian Act set-aside contract. The contractor will deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care at the Pinon Health Center within defined periods, including a base period from May 2025 to October 2025 and an option period from November 2025 to April 2026. Key components of the solicitation include submission requirements, evaluation criteria focusing on past performance, technical capability, qualification of candidates, and compliance with various federal acquisition regulations. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details the responsibilities, including patient care management, documentation, adherence to safety standards, and the provision of necessary licenses and qualifications. Contractors must ensure the continuity of care, maintain appropriate medical liability insurance, and comply with cultural sensitivities related to their patient base. The document emphasizes the importance of quality service delivery, cultural awareness, and meeting contractual obligations while establishing a clear evaluation framework. Offers are due by April 24, 2025, and must be submitted electronically to the designated contracting officer.
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