Pharmacist Services THC
ID: 75H71025Q00084Type: 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

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e398a8977a454b96af1b855096ecc6ed/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide temporary pharmacist services at the Tohatchi Health Center in Tohatchi, New Mexico. The procurement aims to secure non-personal healthcare pharmacist services, requiring contractors to employ licensed pharmacists with prior Indian Health Service experience who can fulfill responsibilities such as evaluating medication orders, filling prescriptions, and providing patient consultations while adhering to federal and state regulations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare delivery to Native American communities by ensuring access to qualified pharmacist services, with a contract duration of six months and an option for an additional six months. Interested parties can contact Melissa Lake at melissa.lake@ihs.gov or call 505-930-1975 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melissa Lake
    (505) 930-1975
    melissa.lake@ihs.gov
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    75H71025Q00084.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for providing non-personal healthcare pharmacist services at the Tohatchi Health Center in Tohatchi, NM. The primary aim is to contract temporary pharmacist services, ensuring they meet specific qualifications, including a current licensed pharmacist with prior Indian Health Service pharmacy experience. Key responsibilities include evaluating medication orders, filling prescriptions, patient consultations, participation in safety training, and adherence to federal and state regulations. The contract consists of a base period of performance lasting six months, with an option for an additional six months. The contractor is required to maintain medical liability insurance, uphold confidentiality as mandated by the Privacy Act, and comply with quality assurance standards set by the Joint Commission and Indian Health Service. Providing culturally sensitive services to a diverse patient population is emphasized, and the contract prohibits direct billing to patients for services covered under this award. This RFP reflects the government's commitment to engaging qualified small businesses to enhance healthcare delivery within Indian Health Services while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
    Performance Work Statement.pdf
    The document outlines the scope of a contract to provide temporary pharmacist services at the Tohatchi Health Center (THC) in New Mexico, requiring qualified personnel for various healthcare tasks. The contractor must ensure staff meet specified credentials, including Indian Health Service (IHS) clearance, which involves a background check and fingerprinting. Responsibilities include reviewing and verifying medication orders, providing patient counseling, executing supply management, and participating in quality assurance measures. The contract specifies working hours, minimum qualifications, and documentation requirements, emphasizing compliance with IHS standards and regulations. The contract duration is initially set for six months with a possible extension, and coverage is to be arranged to meet facility needs. Additionally, strict confidentiality and professional standards must be maintained. The contractor is tasked with managing pharmaceutical supplies and ensuring patient safety while adhering to relevant federal and state guidelines throughout their service provision. The overarching aim is to enhance healthcare delivery for Native American communities by ensuring qualified pharmacist services are consistently available.
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