Conference and Lodging Services IHS Nursing Summit

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research and planning for the 2026 National Nurse Leadership Council (NNLC) Nursing & Quality Leadership Summit. This SSN, ACQ-OMAS-2026-SAT-0025, seeks information from Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), and small business concerns under NAICS code 541611 to assess their capabilities. The summit, scheduled for August 31-September 3, 2026, or alternate dates in June/July/August, requires a host facility within walking distance of amenities and public transportation in a low-crime area. The event anticipates 40 participants for one planning day and 275 for three summit days. Responses, due by April 30, 2026, 10:00 am EST, must include a capability statement detailing expertise, past performance, and an executive summary, not exceeding 10 pages excluding past performance. This notice is for information only and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) provides an Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form for solicitations, sources sought, and RFIs under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This form requires Offerors to self-certify their status as an “Indian Economic Enterprise” (IEE) as defined by HHSAR 326.601. This eligibility must be maintained from the time of the offer through contract award and for the full term of contract performance. Contractors must notify the Contracting Officer immediately if they no longer meet eligibility requirements. Contracting Officers may request documentation for eligibility verification, and awards may be subject to protest. Successful Offerors must also be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM). The document warns against submitting false or misleading information, citing penalties under 18 U.S.C. 1001 for false information and 31 U.S.C. 3729 to 3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287 for false claims. The form includes a representation section for the Offeror to confirm or deny IEE status with Indian ownership, requiring signatures, printed names, tribal entity names, business names, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) numbers.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Division of Nursing Services (DNS), Office of Quality, and National Nurse Leadership Council (NNLC) is planning the 2026 Nursing & Quality Leadership Summit. This Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the requirements for a host facility within the continental United States, capable of accommodating 240 rooms at the government rate. The conference is scheduled from August 31 to September 3, 2026, with alternate dates in June, July, and August being considered. The facility must be within 0.14 miles walking distance to local amenities, restaurants, and public transportation, in an area with a low crime rate.The summit will span four days, with the first day dedicated to planning for 40 participants, and the subsequent three days for approximately 275 attendees. Key requirements include specific meeting room setups for various participant numbers, extensive audio-visual equipment, dedicated spaces for exhibits and poster sessions, and a committee board/storage room. The RFP explicitly states no mandatory food requirements from the hotel, but potable ice water must be provided. Additional preferences include free airport transportation, hotel parking, and wireless internet connectivity. The contractor is responsible for setting aside sleeping rooms at no cost to the government, with travelers reserving and paying for their own rooms at the Fiscal Year 2026 Federal Travel Rate. There is also an option for attendees to extend their stay three days before and after the conference at the contracted room rate.