Intent to Limit Sources - Inpatient HCAHPS Survey
ID: IHS1505486Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: DATA COLLECTION (R702)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/38cd8ea3280f4943a37f14e27f205824/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Navajo Area Indian Health Service, intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Press Ganey Associates LLC for the implementation of a standardized survey instrument and data collection methodology to measure patient perspectives on inpatient care at the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in New Mexico. This procurement is essential for enhancing the quality of healthcare services by systematically gathering patient feedback, which is crucial for continuous improvement in healthcare delivery. The estimated period of performance for this contract is from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and interested parties other than Press Ganey Associates LLC may submit capability statements to Contract Specialist Marshall Arviso via email by 8:00 AM MST on December 16, 2024. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Marshall Arviso at marshall.arviso@ihs.gov or by phone at 505-786-6319.

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    IHS IEE Representation Form_Jan 2022_508 Compliant.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) requires Offerors to confirm their status as "Indian Economic Enterprises" in response to solicitations under the Buy Indian Act. The certification mandates self-declaration that the entity meets specific eligibility criteria at three key points: upon offer submission, at contract award, and throughout the contract performance. Offerors must notify the Contracting Officer if they cease to meet these requirements. Eligibility documentation may be required, and any false claims can lead to legal penalties under U.S. law. Additionally, successful Offerors must be registered in the System of Award Management (SAM). The form includes spaces for essential information such as the name of the 51% owner, the federally recognized tribal entity, business name, and DUNS number, highlighting accountability and compliance within RFP processes. This document emphasizes the commitment to supporting Indian-owned businesses in federal contracting.
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