Crow Service Unit Laboratory Compliance Testing Services
ID: 75H709_CR25Q_003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICERockville, MD, 20852, US

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6bc306411d16401182b432f5c3e0e48c/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking to award a sole source contract for Compliance Testing Services to the College of American Pathologists for the Crow Service Unit Laboratory. The objective of this procurement is to ensure that the laboratories at Crow Agency, Lodge Grass, and Pryor, Montana, meet accreditation standards under CMS guidelines and comply with CLIA regulations by providing proficiency testing services and regulatory guidance. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare quality through rigorous testing and adherence to federal health service requirements. Interested firms that believe they can provide these services are encouraged to contact Brittany Bends at brittany.bends@ihs.gov or Henrietta Whiteman at henrietta.whiteman@ihs.gov within 10 days of this notice, as the contract duration is set for one base year with four optional years.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brittany Bends
    (406) 638-3390
    brittany.bends@ihs.gov
    Henrietta Whiteman
    (406) 850-5430
    henrietta.whiteman@ihs.gov
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    SOW Proficency Testing Services CAP.pdf
    The Crow Service Unit (CSU) of the PHS Indian Health Center seeks proficiency testing services for its three clinics located in Crow Agency, Pryor, and Lodge Grass, Montana. These laboratories require accreditation under CMS guidelines to conduct diagnostic testing and must comply with CLIA standards. The objective of this project is to acquire proficiency tests and updates on CMS regulations from the College of American Pathology (CAP). Deliverables include proficiency test results, quality improvement recommendations, and regulatory guidance. The contractor is expected to provide technical support, participant summaries, and ensure access to competency programs. The project spans one base year with four optional years, requiring the contractor to meet quality assurance standards and provide all necessary resources for compliance. The document outlines specific invoicing procedures and contractor responsibilities, emphasizing the need for a qualified workforce to deliver these essential services. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare quality through rigorous testing and adherence to regulatory requirements within the framework of federal contracts for necessary health services.
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