Physical Therapist Services
ID: RFQ-24-115Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHYSICAL MEDICINE/REHABILITATION (Q518)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service's Great Plains Area, is soliciting proposals for Physical Therapist Services at the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center in Sisseton, South Dakota. This procurement is structured as a Firm Fixed-Price, Non-Personal Healthcare Service contract under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) framework, with a performance period of one year and four optional years, specifically set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 621340. The services are crucial for delivering quality healthcare to Native American communities, ensuring compliance with various government regulations and standards. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by September 25, 2024, at 12:00 PM CST, and can direct inquiries to Wenda Wright at wenda.wright@ihs.gov or by phone at 605-226-7724.

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    The Department of Health & Human Services, specifically the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service, issued an amendment (No. One) to solicitation number RFQ-24-115 on September 20, 2024. The amendment is designed to provide important updates to the solicitation and includes the posting of questions and answers related to the solicitation's requirements. Notably, the due date for submission of offers has been extended from September 19, 2024, to September 25, 2024, at 12:00pm CST. Key points from the Q&A include confirmation that there is no incumbent contractor for the requested physical therapy services and clarification on the expected work hours for the contracted position. The government clarified that a contractor is not expected to work a full 2080 hours yearly, recognizing that there may be gaps due to holiday and sick leave. Additionally, the amendment specifies that submission requirements for contractor candidates can be aligned with their proposals and that all other terms of the solicitation remain unchanged. This amendment reflects ongoing efforts to ensure clear communication and proper procurement procedures within the federal contracting process.
    The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (IHS) is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price, Non-Personal Healthcare Service contract for Physical Therapist Services at the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center (WWKMHCC) in Sisseton, South Dakota. This solicitation (RFQ-24-115) is set aside exclusively for Small Businesses under the NAICS Code 621340. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) agreement, with performance spanning one year and four optional years, pending funding allocations through task orders. The document outlines the comprehensive requirements for contractor submissions, including pricing details, technical descriptions, and certifications necessary for compliance. A robust background check and credential verification process is mandated to ensure personnel suitability in providing services to the Indian population. Contractors must adhere to various government regulations, including security clearances and health requirements. The contractor's performance will be regularly evaluated, and detailed invoicing procedures are established to facilitate payment processing through the electronic Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). This solicitation reflects the IHS's commitment to delivering quality healthcare services to Native American communities while maintaining strict regulatory and compliance standards.
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