Temporary Help Services Government Contracts

Solicitation 36C25626Q0476 for Q515--Onsite Phlebotomy Staffing Services New- (580)Houston published by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Contractors must submit responses conforming to the requirements in the official SAM.gov solicitation notice and associated attachments.

Solicitation 36C25626Q0476 for Q515--Onsite Phlebotomy Staffing Services New- (580)Houston published by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Contractors must submit responses conforming to the requirements in the official SAM.gov solicitation notice and associated attachments.

Solicitation 36F79727D0001 for Q999--Provider Healthcare, LLC 621 I / 36F79727D0001 Effective 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2031 published by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Contractors must submit responses conforming to the requirements in the official SAM.gov solicitation notice and associated attachments.

This is the posting of the sources sought for Hematology-Oncology Provider & RN at the St. Cloud VAHCS. See the attached sources sought for details.

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, LLC (H2C) requests proposals for Staff Aug. - Construction Manager for TF Projects. The requested work is in support of H2C’s Prime Contract 89303324DEM000096 with the U.S. Department of Energy, Hanford Field Office.

Solicitation 140PP027Q0007 for R--Staffing for Visitor Transportation Services for Glacier National Park published by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Contractors must submit responses conforming to the requirements in the official SAM.gov solicitation notice and associated attachments.

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (MARKET RESEARCH ONLY) Notice Number: IHS1527966 Title: Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Service Non-Personal Healthcare Services – Two (2) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) Equivalent Positions, Rosebud Service Unit, Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital, Rosebud, South Dakota. 1.0 NOTICE TYPE This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, request for quotation (RFQ), request for proposal (RFP), obligation, or commitment by the Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The purpose of this notice is strictly to conduct market research to determine the availability and capability of Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs), Small Businesses, and other responsible sources capable of performing the requirement described herein. Responses received will be used to assist the Government in determining an appropriate acquisition strategy, including consideration of a set-aside under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. § 47) and FAR Subpart HHSAR Subpart 326.6. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561320 – Temporary Help Services; however, other NAICS codes may be considered based on responses received. 2.0 BACKGROUND This requirement is for Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Service Non-Personal Healthcare Services to provide two (2) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) equivalent positions in support of the Rosebud Service Unit, Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital, located in Rosebud, South Dakota. The Contractor shall provide qualified APP personnel to supplement existing clinical operations and support continuity of healthcare services provided to patients of the Rosebud Service Unit. 3.0 OBJECTIVE The objective of this requirement is to obtain qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) personnel to support clinical operations at the Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital. The Contractor shall provide sufficient qualified personnel to maintain continuity of patient care, support healthcare delivery requirements, and meet the operational needs of the Rosebud Service Unit. 4.0 SCOPE The Contractor shall provide two (2) qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) equivalent positions in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS). The Contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, management, and resources necessary to perform the requirements of this contract. All services shall be performed in compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and local laws and regulations, including applicable professional licensing, credentialing, privileging, accreditation, and healthcare standards. 5.0 CONTRACT TYPE The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. 6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The anticipated Period of Performance is: • Base Period: Three (3) months • Option Periods: Three (3) consecutive three (3)-month option periods 7.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE Rosebud Service Unit Rosebud IHS Hospital Rosebud, South Dakota 57570. 8.0 PAYMENT / INVOICE SUBMISSION In accordance with OMB Memorandum M-15-19, HHS requires the use of electronic invoicing. Contractors shall submit invoices through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) in accordance with HHSAR 352.232-71, Electronic Submission and Processing of Payment Requests. The IPP is a secure web-based system administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. • Website: https://www.ipp.gov • Help Desk: (866) 973-3131 (M–F, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM ET) • Email: [email protected] Contractors are encouraged to ensure their IPP registration and account information is current and accurate. 9.0 CAPABILITY STATEMENT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Interested parties are requested to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to perform this requirement. Responses shall include the following: 1. General Capability Assessment A brief description of the respondent’s understanding of the requirement, including perceived challenges, feasibility, staffing approach, and any innovative approaches or recommendations. 2. Relevant Experience and Performance History Detailed information demonstrating: • Current capability and capacity to perform similar work. • Prior experience performing comparable healthcare staffing services of similar scope and complexity. • Organizational experience and management approach. • Examples of relevant federal, state, tribal, or commercial healthcare staffing contracts. 3. Technical Capability Evidence demonstrating the ability to meet all requirements identified in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), including the ability to provide qualified APP Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner personnel. 4. Business Information Respondents shall provide: • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). • Organization name and address. • Point of contact information (name, telephone number, and email address). • Business size and socioeconomic status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, etc.). • Applicable NAICS code(s). • Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, if applicable. 5. Contract Vehicles (if applicable) Identify any applicable GSA Schedule, Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC), or other procurement vehicles. 6. Additional Information Provide any additional information that may assist the Government in refining the requirement, acquisition strategy, or Performance Work Statement. 10.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Capability statements shall not exceed 10 single-sided pages, including all attachments (resumes, organizational charts, and supporting documentation). Submissions shall comply with the following formatting requirements: • Minimum 12-point font. • Microsoft Word or PDF format. • Page size: 8.5 x 11 inches. • Margins: 1 inch on all sides. Proprietary information shall be clearly identified and marked accordingly. All responses will be treated as confidential and used solely for market research and acquisition planning purposes. 11.0 CLOSING STATEMENT / DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, request for quotation, request for proposal, or commitment by the Government. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with preparing or submitting a response. The Government reserves the right to use any information submitted in response to this notice for acquisition planning and development purposes. Submission of information does not guarantee receipt of future solicitations or contract awards. The Government is under no obligation to provide feedback, acknowledgment, or responses regarding submissions. Following reviews of responses, the Government may issue a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or other formal solicitation on SAM.gov. Responses submitted to this Sources Sought Notice shall not be considered offers for award. 12.0 POINT OF CONTACT David Jones Contract Specialist Indian Health Service Great Plains Area, Division of Acquisition Management Email: [email protected] Subject Line for Submission: “Sources Sought Notice IHS1527966” 13.0 DUE DATE All responses must be received no later than: October 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT)

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (MARKET RESEARCH ONLY) Notice Number: IHS1527966 Title: Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Service Non-Personal Healthcare Services – Two (2) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) Equivalent Positions, Rosebud Service Unit, Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital, Rosebud, South Dakota. 1.0 NOTICE TYPE This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, request for quotation (RFQ), request for proposal (RFP), obligation, or commitment by the Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The purpose of this notice is strictly to conduct market research to determine the availability and capability of Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs), Small Businesses, and other responsible sources capable of performing the requirement described herein. Responses received will be used to assist the Government in determining an appropriate acquisition strategy, including consideration of a set-aside under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. § 47) and FAR Subpart HHSAR Subpart 326.6. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561320 – Temporary Help Services; however, other NAICS codes may be considered based on responses received. 2.0 BACKGROUND This requirement is for Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Service Non-Personal Healthcare Services to provide two (2) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) equivalent positions in support of the Rosebud Service Unit, Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital, located in Rosebud, South Dakota. The Contractor shall provide qualified APP personnel to supplement existing clinical operations and support continuity of healthcare services provided to patients of the Rosebud Service Unit. 3.0 OBJECTIVE The objective of this requirement is to obtain qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) personnel to support clinical operations at the Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital. The Contractor shall provide sufficient qualified personnel to maintain continuity of patient care, support healthcare delivery requirements, and meet the operational needs of the Rosebud Service Unit. 4.0 SCOPE The Contractor shall provide two (2) qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) equivalent positions in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS). The Contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, management, and resources necessary to perform the requirements of this contract. All services shall be performed in compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and local laws and regulations, including applicable professional licensing, credentialing, privileging, accreditation, and healthcare standards. 5.0 CONTRACT TYPE The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. 6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The anticipated Period of Performance is: • Base Period: Three (3) months • Option Periods: Three (3) consecutive three (3)-month option periods 7.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE Rosebud Service Unit Rosebud IHS Hospital Rosebud, South Dakota 57570. 8.0 PAYMENT / INVOICE SUBMISSION In accordance with OMB Memorandum M-15-19, HHS requires the use of electronic invoicing. Contractors shall submit invoices through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) in accordance with HHSAR 352.232-71, Electronic Submission and Processing of Payment Requests. The IPP is a secure web-based system administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. • Website: https://www.ipp.gov • Help Desk: (866) 973-3131 (M–F, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM ET) • Email: [email protected] Contractors are encouraged to ensure their IPP registration and account information is current and accurate. 9.0 CAPABILITY STATEMENT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Interested parties are requested to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to perform this requirement. Responses shall include the following: 1. General Capability Assessment A brief description of the respondent’s understanding of the requirement, including perceived challenges, feasibility, staffing approach, and any innovative approaches or recommendations. 2. Relevant Experience and Performance History Detailed information demonstrating: • Current capability and capacity to perform similar work. • Prior experience performing comparable healthcare staffing services of similar scope and complexity. • Organizational experience and management approach. • Examples of relevant federal, state, tribal, or commercial healthcare staffing contracts. 3. Technical Capability Evidence demonstrating the ability to meet all requirements identified in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), including the ability to provide qualified APP Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner personnel. 4. Business Information Respondents shall provide: • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). • Organization name and address. • Point of contact information (name, telephone number, and email address). • Business size and socioeconomic status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, etc.). • Applicable NAICS code(s). • Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, if applicable. 5. Contract Vehicles (if applicable) Identify any applicable GSA Schedule, Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC), or other procurement vehicles. 6. Additional Information Provide any additional information that may assist the Government in refining the requirement, acquisition strategy, or Performance Work Statement. 10.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Capability statements shall not exceed 10 single-sided pages, including all attachments (resumes, organizational charts, and supporting documentation). Submissions shall comply with the following formatting requirements: • Minimum 12-point font. • Microsoft Word or PDF format. • Page size: 8.5 x 11 inches. • Margins: 1 inch on all sides. Proprietary information shall be clearly identified and marked accordingly. All responses will be treated as confidential and used solely for market research and acquisition planning purposes. 11.0 CLOSING STATEMENT / DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, request for quotation, request for proposal, or commitment by the Government. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with preparing or submitting a response. The Government reserves the right to use any information submitted in response to this notice for acquisition planning and development purposes. Submission of information does not guarantee receipt of future solicitations or contract awards. The Government is under no obligation to provide feedback, acknowledgment, or responses regarding submissions. Following reviews of responses, the Government may issue a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or other formal solicitation on SAM.gov. Responses submitted to this Sources Sought Notice shall not be considered offers for award. 12.0 POINT OF CONTACT David Jones Contract Specialist Indian Health Service Great Plains Area, Division of Acquisition Management Email: [email protected] Subject Line for Submission: “Sources Sought Notice IHS1527966” 13.0 DUE DATE All responses must be received no later than: October 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT)

The federal government has issued this official active requirement (36C25226Q0601) on SAM.gov. Complete technical specifications, statements of work, evaluation criteria, and attachments are accessible directly on the authoritative federal record.

The federal government has issued this official active requirement (36F79726D0164) on SAM.gov. Complete technical specifications, statements of work, evaluation criteria, and attachments are accessible directly on the authoritative federal record.

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (MARKET RESEARCH ONLY) Notice Number: IHS1528550 Title: Sources Sought: IEE Capability for FFP Commercial Non-Personal Healthcare Services – Up to Two (2) OB/GYN Physician Full-Time Equivalent Positions, Pine Ridge Service Unit, Pine Ridge IHS Hospital, Pine Ridge, SD. 1.0 NOTICE TYPE This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, request for quotation (RFQ), request for proposal (RFP), obligation, or commitment by the Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The purpose of this notice is strictly to conduct market research to determine the availability and capability of Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs), and other responsible sources capable of performing the requirement described herein. Responses will be used to assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy, including the applicability of the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) and HHSAR Subpart 326.6, Acquisitions Under the Buy Indian Act. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561320 - Temporary Help Services). Respondents are specifically invited to recommend an alternative NAICS code if they believe another code more accurately reflects the principal purpose of this requirement. The anticipated Product Service Code (PSC) is Q507 - Medical - Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2.0 BACKGROUND This requirement is for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), non-personal healthcare services contract to provide qualified OB/GYN physicians for the Pine Ridge Service Unit (PRSU), Pine Ridge IHS Hospital, Pine Ridge, South Dakota. 3.0 OBJECTIVE The objective of this requirement is to obtain up to two (2) qualified OB/GYN physician Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions to support clinical operations at Pine Ridge IHS Hospital and associated PRSU facilities and to ensure the continuous delivery of medical services to the patient population served by the Pine Ridge Service Unit. 4.0 SCOPE The Contractor shall provide qualified OB/GYN physician services in accordance with the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). All services shall be performed in compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and local laws and regulations, as well as applicable professional licensing, credentialing, privileging, accreditation, and facility requirements. 5.0 ANTICIPATED CONTRACT TYPE The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), non-personal healthcare services contract or order. The final contract type, pricing structure, and acquisition approach will be determined after completion of market research and development of the solicitation. 6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE • Base Period: Ten (10) weeks. • Option Periods: Twenty-five (25) 10-week option periods, if exercised by the Government. Respondents are requested to comment on the commercial practicality of this period-of-performance structure in Section 9.0 below. 7.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE Pine Ridge Service Unit / Pine Ridge Hospital PHS Indian Health Service P.O. Box 1201 East Highway 18 Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770 Kyle Health Center P.O. Box 540 Kyle, South Dakota 57752 Wanblee Health Center P.O. Box 290 100 Clinic Drive Wanblee, South Dakota 57577 LaCreek Clinic Outlying Clinic Location Martin, South Dakota Mobile Medical Unit Typically parked at Pine Ridge Hospital and deployed throughout the Pine Ridge Reservation as needed. 8.0 PAYMENT / INVOICE SUBMISSION Any resulting award will require electronic submission of payment requests through the Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), or successor system, in accordance with HHSAR 352.232-71, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. Additional invoicing instructions will be provided in any resulting solicitation and award. 9.0 CAPABILITY STATEMENT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Interested parties are requested to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to perform the requirement. Responses should be sufficiently detailed to support meaningful market research and should address the following, as applicable: 1. General Capability Assessment Provide a brief description of the respondent's understanding of the requirement, including perceived challenges, feasibility, and any innovative approaches or recommendations. 2. Relevant Experience and Performance History • Current capability and capacity to perform similar work. • Prior experience performing comparable healthcare staffing or physician services of similar scope and size. • Organizational experience and management approach. • Examples of relevant federal, state, tribal, or commercial contracts. 3. Technical Capability Provide evidence demonstrating the ability to furnish and sustain up to two (2) OB/GYN physician FTE positions and to meet the requirements described in the draft PWS, including recruitment, credentialing, privileging, scheduling, Regular Hours coverage, On-Call coverage, and continuity of care requirements. 4. Business Information • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). • Organization name and address. • Point of contact (name, phone, and email). • Business size and socioeconomic status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, etc.). • Applicable NAICS code(s), including whether NAICS 561320 is appropriate for the principal purpose of this requirement. If another NAICS code is recommended, identify the code and provide a brief rationale. • Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) and/or Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status, if applicable, including whether the respondent is eligible to represent itself as an ISBEE and/or IEE for this acquisition. 5. IEE / ISBEE Capability Information Respondents identifying as an ISBEE or IEE are requested to address: (1) their ability to independently perform the contemplated requirement; (2) their ability to recruit and retain qualified OB/GYN physicians and sustain up to two (2) FTE positions, including Regular Hours and On-Call coverage; (3) whether the firm would submit an offer if the requirement were solicited as an ISBEE set-aside and whether it would submit an offer if solicited as an IEE set-aside; and (4) the anticipated portion of performance to be accomplished by the respondent versus subcontractors, including the nature of any anticipated subcontracting approach. 6. Contract Vehicles (if applicable) Identify any applicable GSA Schedule, Governmentwide Acquisition Contract, Indefinite-Delivery Vehicle, or other procurement vehicle that may be available for this requirement. 7. Acquisition and Pricing Structure Recommendations • Whether the contemplated 10-week Base Period and twenty-five (25) 10-week Option Periods are commercially practicable and support effective physician recruitment and retention. • The recommended unit of measure for pricing (e.g., hour, month, shift, 10-week performance period, or another unit) and the rationale for that recommendation. • Whether Regular Hours and On-Call Hours should be separately priced and, if so, the commercial basis typically used for each. • Typical recruitment, credentialing, privileging, and mobilization lead time for qualified OB/GYN physicians. • Any anticipated challenges associated with maintaining continuous coverage at PRSU facilities, including the on-call response requirement, remote location, housing, and travel between facilities. • Any recommendations that may improve competition, staffing continuity, pricing clarity, or overall contract performance. 8. Optional Budgetary / ROM Information Formal quotations are not requested. Respondents may provide nonbinding budgetary or Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) information, including the recommended pricing unit(s), solely to assist the Government with acquisition planning. Any such information will not be treated as an offer for award. 9. Additional Information Provide any other information that may assist the Government in refining the requirement or acquisition strategy. 10.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS • Capability statements shall not exceed ten (10) single-sided pages, including attachments such as resumes and charts. • Format: Microsoft Word or PDF; 12-point font minimum. • Page size: 8.5 x 11 inches; margins: 1 inch on all sides. • Proprietary information shall be clearly marked as such. • Responses shall be submitted electronically by email to [email protected] with the subject line: "Sources Sought Notice IHS1528550." Respondents shall clearly mark proprietary or confidential business information. The Government will protect such information from unauthorized disclosure to the extent permitted by applicable law and regulation. Responses will be used for market research and acquisition planning purposes. 11.0 CLOSING STATEMENT / DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with preparing or submitting a response. The Government reserves the right to use information submitted in response to this notice for acquisition planning and development purposes. Submission of information does not guarantee receipt of future solicitations or awards. The Government is under no obligation to provide feedback or acknowledgment of submissions. Following review of responses, the Government may issue an RFQ, RFP, or other formal solicitation on SAM.gov. Responses to this notice will not be considered offers for award. 12.0 POINT OF CONTACT David Jones Contract Specialist Indian Health Service Email: [email protected] Subject Line for Submission: "Sources Sought Notice IHS1528550" 13.0 DUE DATE All responses must be received no later than October 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time (CT).

Sources Sought: Firm-Fixed-Price, Non-Personal Healthcare Services – EMT Paramedic & EMT Basics Services at the Cheyenne River Health Center, Eagle Butte, South Dakota. Sources Sought Notice Number: IHS1528529 This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, an obligation or commitment by the Indian Health Service. This notice is intended for market research to determine the availability of Indian Small Businesses Economic Enterprise (ISBEE), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), 8(a) Business Development programs, HUBZone (Historically Underutilized Business Zone), WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business), SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) and other responsible sources. Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. The anticipated applicable NAICS code for this acquisition is 561320, Temporary Help Services - other relevant NAICS codes will be considered based on responses received. • BACKGROUND The Indian Health Service (IHS), Great Plains Area (GPA), Cheyenne River Health Center, plans to identify potential sources providing Non-Personal Service Contract for EMT services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). 2.0 OBJECTIVE The objective of the Cheyenne River Health Center is to raise the physical, mental, social and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level. To complete this mission, the Cheyenne River Health Center requires contractor support to provide for EMT services. • SCOPE The contractor shall furnish EMT services according to the Performance Work Statement (PWS). These services will be compatible with the facility’s operating capacity and equipment. • CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS/ AND PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS Refer to the Performance Work Statement (PWS). • TYPE OF ORDER This is a sources sought notice for a firm-fixed-price contract. • ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE Period of Performance: Base Year with four (4), one (1) year option periods. • PLACE OF PERFORMANCE Cheyenne River Health Center 24276 166th Street Eagle Butte, South Dakota 57625 • Tour of Duty: Refer to the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The Contractor shall ensure the contractually required support level is maintained at all times. This contract is for specified skill types/levels - not for specific individuals. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor Personnel are present for all hours of the workday. If for any reason the specified staffing levels are not maintained, due to vacation, leave, appointments, etc. and replacement Personnel will not be provided, the Contractor shall obtain the written approval of the Supervisor/ designee or the COR II prior to the Contractor Personnel's absence. Otherwise, the Contractor shall provide a fully qualified replacement so there is no gap in service. The Contractor Personnel shall be available for work in the work area per work direction schedule. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor Personnel provide professional effort and conform to Government policies regarding daily lunch breaks and other breaks. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor Personnel communicate to the Supervisor for reporting to work as it relates to inclement weather (late due to travel conditions etc.). If a Contractor Personnel is absent due to illness for three or more consecutive days, the Contractor shall provide to the COR II written documentation from a qualified health care provider that Contractor Personnel is free from communicable disease and state the cause of the Contractor Personnel's illness. Statement that Contractor Personnel is fit for service may be requested if deemed necessary. If services are not provided by Contractor Personnel, the CRHC reserves the right to procure such services from another source and deduct these costs and all administrative costs from payments due the Contractor. • PAYMENT INVOICE SUBMISSION AND PAYMENT In compliance with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) M-15-19 memorandum Improving Government Efficiency and Saving Taxpayer Dollars Through Electronic Invoicing directing Federal agencies to adopt electronic invoicing as the primary means to disburse payment to vendors. Invoices submitted under any award resulting from this solicitation will be required to utilize the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) in accordance with HHSAR 352.232-71, Electronic Submission and Processing of Payment Requests. IPP is a secure, web-based electronic invoicing system provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRSTL). Respondents to this solicitation are encouraged to register an account with IPP if they have not already done so. If your organization is already registered to use IPP, you will not be required to re-register, however, we encourage you to make sure your organization and designated IPP user accounts are valid and up to date. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov. If you require assistance registering or IPP account access, please contact the IPP Helpdesk at (866) 973-3131 (M-F 8AM to 6PM ET), or [email protected]. • Capability Statement/Information: Interested parties are expected to review this notice to familiarize themselves with the requirements of this project. Failure to do so will be at your firm’s own risk. The following information shall be included in the capability statement: • Company name, address, email address, website address, telephone number, and business size (i.e., small business, 8(a), woman owned, veteran owned, etc.) and type of ownership for the organization. • Company Point of Contact’s Name, telephone number, and e-mail address. Company POC shall have the authority and knowledge to clarify responses. • System for Award Management (SAM) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, expiration, and registration status. All respondents must register on the SAM located at http://www.sam.gov . • Applicable company GSA Schedule number or other available procurement vehicle. • Capability Statement: Detailed capability statement addressing the company’s qualifications and ability to provide the requirements listed in the Performance Work Statement, with appropriate and specific documentation supporting claims of recent organizational and staff capability to support this requirement. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. • Experience: Provide a list of 3-5 private industry or Government contracts for the same services that you have performed within the last 3 years. For each contract, include the company’s Point of Contact’s name, email address, telephone number, dollar value of contract, and description of the services provided on the contract. The Government may contact these entities to conduct past performance checks. Reference letters accepted. • Staffing Levels: Provide evidence your company has adequate levels of qualified healthcare provider staff to meet the Qualifications and Requirements listed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). • Staffing Capability: Provide the last time you successfully placed a provider in a contract position. Provide detailed information such as name, email address, telephone number, dollar value of contract, and description of the services provided on the contract. • Technical Capability: Provide a response to how the company will respond to staff shortages / absenteeism / replacement in providing services. • If American Indian/Native American owned small business, then complete attached IEE Representation form. 12.0 Closing Statement Point of Contact: Nichole Lerew, Supervisory Contract Specialist, Email: [email protected] Submission Instructions: Interested parties shall submit capability statements via email to Nichole Lerew, Supervisory Contract Specialist. Must include Sources Sought Number IHS1528529 in the Subject line. The due date for receipt of statements is October 27, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. All responses must be received by the specified due date and time in order to be considered. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of IHS. IHS does not intend to award a contract based on responses nor otherwise pay for the preparation of any information submitted. As a result of this notice, IHS may issue a Request for Quote (RFQ). THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. However, should such a requirement materialize, no basis for claims against IHS shall arise because of a response to this notice or IHS’s use of such information as either part of our evaluation process or in developing specifications for any subsequent requirement. Disclaimer and Important Notes. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses received, a pre-solicitation synopsis and solicitation may be published in SAM.gov. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation. Confidentiality. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response.

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION – CERTIFIED NURSE-MIDWIFE SERVICES RFP No. 75H70627R00005 The Indian Health Service (IHS), Great Plains Area, is soliciting proposals for Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), non-personal Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) healthcare services at Rosebud IHS Hospital, Rosebud, South Dakota. This requirement is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) under NAICS 561320, Temporary Help Services. The Contractor shall provide qualified CNM personnel sufficient to support two (2) full-time CNM positions providing outpatient obstetric, gynecological, prenatal, postpartum, family planning, and women’s primary care services, as well as obstetric emergency on-call coverage for the Emergency Department. The anticipated contract will use a Firm-Fixed-Price, Month-of-Service (MOS) pricing structure. One MOS represents complete monthly performance of the required CNM services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The anticipated period of performance consists of a three (3)-month base period and three (3) option periods of three (3) months each, for a maximum potential period of performance of twelve (12) months. Services will be performed primarily at Rosebud IHS Hospital, Rosebud, South Dakota. Standard outpatient clinic hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The requirement also includes shared 24-hour-per-day, 7-day-per-week CNM on-call availability for obstetric emergencies during non-clinic hours. Offerors shall provide qualified personnel meeting the education, certification, licensure, credentialing, privileging, background investigation, health, and other qualification requirements identified in the PWS. The Government intends to make award to the responsible Offeror whose proposal conforms to the solicitation requirements and represents the best value to the Government, price and other factors considered. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Past Performance, Management Approach, and Price. Applicable provisions and clauses, including FAR 52.212-1, FAR 52.212-2, FAR 52.212-4, and applicable FAR/HHSAR requirements, are incorporated by reference or provided in the solicitation and attachments. Prospective Offerors are responsible for reviewing the complete solicitation, PWS, price schedule, and all attachments prior to submission. Proposals are due November 6, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CT.