SOURCES SOUGHT - ONLINE CLINICAL RESOURCE SUBSCRIPTION FOR OKLAHOMA AREA IHS
ID: 246-25-Q-0037Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEOK CITY AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73114, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2a19b5e019e147ccb19d30317a128069/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking sources for an online clinical resource subscription to support its Oklahoma City Area Office, which services two hospitals and eight ambulatory health care centers. The procurement aims to provide clinicians with 24/7 access to evidence-based drug information, clinical guidelines, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, emphasizing the need for comprehensive content, user-friendly navigation, mobile compatibility, and compliance with Section 508 standards. This online tool is crucial for enhancing healthcare delivery and clinical decision support, with the contract expected to run from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030, including options for additional years. Interested parties should contact Edson Yellowfish at Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov or call 405-951-3888 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Edson Yellowfish
    (405) 951-3888
    Edson.Yellowfish@ihs.gov
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    The Indian Health Service (IHS) seeks a subscription for an evidence-based online clinical resource to support medical and drug information for its Oklahoma City Area Office, servicing two hospitals and eight ambulatory health care centers. This online tool will provide 24/7 access to clinicians, offering drug information, clinical guidelines, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits. Key requirements include comprehensive content across various medical specialties, user-friendly navigation, mobile compatibility, and IP-based access authentication to streamline user experience. The contractor must ensure the product's compliance with Section 508 standards and provide adequate technical support, training, and detailed usage reporting. The contract spans from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030, with the provision for option years. The project emphasizes the need for real-time updates and a structured, accessible interface, reflecting the IHS’s commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery through effective clinical decision support tools.
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