Unity Healing Center Online Education
ID: 75H71525Q00012Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/658327d8a5854de9ac3c29868b8d8f66/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for the Unity Healing Center Online Education project, aimed at providing a fully accredited virtual learning model for adolescents at a Residential Treatment Center in Cherokee, North Carolina. The procurement requires the development of an online educational curriculum for grades 6-12, which must include core courses in math, English, science, and social studies, as well as advanced placement and elective options, all tailored to accommodate the diverse educational needs of residents. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that youth in treatment can continue their education effectively, facilitating credit recovery and individual pacing in their studies. Interested parties should contact Andrew Rhoades at Andrew.Rhoades@ihs.gov, with the contract period set from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, and the opportunity is set aside for Indian Economic Enterprises, emphasizing support for eligible small businesses.

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    Andrew Rhoades
    Andrew.Rhoades@ihs.gov
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    75H71525Q00012.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Nashville Area Office of Indian Health Services, seeking an online educational curriculum for a sixteen-bed adolescent Residential Treatment Center, Unity Healing Center, in Cherokee, North Carolina. The goal is to provide a fully accredited virtual learning model for grades 6-12 that accommodates diverse educational needs and state curricula, allowing residents to progress at their individual pace. Key elements include offering core courses in math, English, science, and social studies, along with advanced placement and elective courses. The program must facilitate credit recovery for students and include certified teachers for live instruction. The contract period spans from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with four optional extension years. The procurement outlines evaluation criteria, emphasizing technical capability, pricing, past performance, and the potential for evaluated options. The government intends to award a firm fixed-price contract, prioritizing small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans or economically disadvantaged individuals. Compliance with federal invoicing and payment regulations, including electronic submission requirements, is mandated, ensuring accountability and efficiency in processing payments. This RFP emphasizes the commitment to providing adaptive educational resources to support the rehabilitation of the youth served.
    Attachment 1 - IHS IEE Form.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS), under the Department of Health & Human Services, issued a self-certification form regarding the "Buy Indian Act." This document is essential for firms participating in solicitations and contract awards under this act. The form confirms that an Offeror qualifies as an “Indian Economic Enterprise,” which must be validated at three key stages: submission of the offer, award of the contract, and throughout the contract's performance. Should an enterprise fail to meet these eligibility criteria at any time, immediate notification to the Contracting Officer is required. It also highlights the necessity of registration with the System of Award Management (SAM) for eligible firms. False information in submissions can lead to severe legal consequences under various federal laws, including potential criminal penalties. The document clearly outlines that the Offeror must declare their compliance with the definition of “Indian Economic Enterprise” and provide necessary information such as ownership details and a DUNS number, specifically indicating the example of Unity Healing Center Online Education's submission. This form is crucial for ensuring that contracts are awarded to eligible enterprises as mandated by federal policy aimed at supporting Indian-owned businesses.
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