Pharmacist Services
ID: IHS1505797Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners (621399)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)

Set Aside

Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (IEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d7977a9565214eb99aea52cd1ff61c43/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified contractors to provide pharmacist services at the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center in Sisseton, South Dakota. The primary objective is to ensure continuous pharmaceutical care for approximately 7,000 tribal members, requiring the provision of up to two pharmacists to cover staffing absences and maintain compliance with IHS guidelines. This opportunity is critical for enhancing healthcare delivery within the community, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive interactions and adherence to federal regulations. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by March 17, 2025, and can contact William Kohl at william.kohl@ihs.gov or 605-268-3136 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    William Kohl
    (605) 268-3136
    william.kohl@ihs.gov
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    IHS1505797 SOW Pharmacists.pdf
    The Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center (WWKMHCC) seeks to contract for pharmacist services to enhance healthcare for approximately 7,000 tribal members in South Dakota. The Indian Health Service (IHS), responsible for federal health services to American Indians, requires an all-inclusive agreement for up to two pharmacists. The contract will ensure continuous pharmaceutical care, accommodating for permanent staff absences and adhering to IHS guidelines. Key requirements include timely provision of pharmacists, maintaining medical liability insurance, and compliance with background checks. Contract pharmacists should be proficient in electronic health records and culturally sensitive in patient interactions. Performance evaluations will assess service quality and adherence to clinical standards, ensuring uninterrupted care delivery. The contractor must provide necessary staffing, maintain communication with the WWKMHCC, and ensure confidentiality in patient health information. The work period covers one year with four optional extensions, requiring the contractor to oversee all operational aspects while following stringent federal regulations.
    SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IHS1505797.pdf
    The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (IHS1505797) to gather market research for providing pharmacist services at the Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center in Sisseton, South Dakota. The IHS seeks to determine the availability of Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) to fulfill this requirement. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price, Non-Personal Service Type, with the primary objective of ensuring continuous pharmacist services that align with the facility's operational capabilities. Contractors must provide adequate staffing, potentially employing up to two pharmacists for temporary coverage during staffing absences, and are required to conduct a comprehensive orientation before the service agreement. The anticipated performance period spans multiple years, starting from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2030, with provisions for electronic invoicing via the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities by March 17, 2025. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the IHS, which may issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) in the future. Confidentiality is emphasized, prohibiting the inclusion of proprietary or classified information in responses.
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