Notice of Intent to Sole Source Nephrology Services at Blackfeet Service Unit
ID: 75H70926BAO_005_SNType: Special Notice
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICERockville, MD, 20852, US

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Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

PSC

Q531

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, intends to award a sole source contract for nephrology staffing services at the Blackfeet Service Unit in Browning, Montana, to Great Falls Nephrology Associates, P.C. This contract aims to ensure continuity of patient care while a long-term solution is being developed, with a base period of performance scheduled from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. The services are critical for maintaining healthcare delivery in the region, as the Blackfeet Service Unit requires specialized nephrology services to meet the needs of its patient population. Interested parties may submit questions regarding this notice to Contract Specialist Prudence Yellow Owl at prudence.yellowowl@ihs.gov by December 26, 2025, at 4:30 PM MST, although this is not a solicitation for quotes.

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    Prudence Yellow Owl
    (406) 247-7252
    prudence.yellowowl@ihs.gov
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