Project Information

Bid Title

IEE Sources Sought: FFP Non-Personal OB/GYN Physician Services – Cheyenne River IHS Health Center, Eagle Butte, SD.

Issuing Agency

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF

Location

South Dakota

Published Date

May 6, 2026

Closing Date

May 20, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

IHS1526332

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Set Aside

Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Se

Project Description

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IEE Sources Sought: FFP Non-Personal OB/GYN Physician Services – Cheyenne River IHS Health Center, Eagle Butte, SD.

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Contract Opportunity

Notice ID

IHS1526332

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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF

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GREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC

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General Information

• Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
• Original Published Date: May 06, 2026 12:45 pm CDT
• Original Response Date: May 20, 2026 12:00 pm CDT
• Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
• Original Inactive Date: Jun 04, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification

• Original Set Aside: Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services)
• Product Service Code: Q507 - OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
• NAICS Code:
  • 561320 - Temporary Help Services
• Place of Performance:
  Eagle Butte , SD 57625
  USA

Description

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (MARKET RESEARCH ONLY)

Notice Number: IHS1526332

Title: Firm-Fixed-Price, Non-Personal Healthcare Services for OB/GYN Physician – Cheyenne River Service Unit (CRSU), Cheyenne River Health Center (CRHC), Eagle Butte, 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 (IEE) and other responsible sources capable of performing the requirement described herein. Responses 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. § 5323) and FAR Subpart 26.1.

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 a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), non-personal healthcare services contract to provide an OB/GYN Physician – Cheyenne River Service Unit, Cheyenne River Health Center, Eagle Butte, South Dakota.

3.0 OBJECTIVE

The objective of this requirement is to obtain qualified OB/GYN physicians to support clinical operations at the Cheyenne River Health Center and to ensure the continuous delivery of medical services to the patient population served by the Cheyenne River Service Unit.

4.0 SCOPE

The Contractor shall provide qualified OB/GYN physician services in accordance with the attached 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, and accreditation standards.

5.0 CONTRACT TYPE

The Government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.

6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

• Base Period: One (1) year.


• Option Periods: Four (4) one-year option periods.

7.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Cheyenne River Service Unit

Cheyenne River Health Center (CRHC) - Inpatient Department

24276 166th St Airport Road

Eagle Butte, South Dakota 57625.

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: IPPCustomerSupport@fiscal.treasury.gov

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 the 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, 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 (scope/size similar to this requirement)
   
   
   • Organizational experience and management approach
   
   
   • Examples of relevant federal, state, tribal, or commercial contracts
   
   
   
   


3. Technical Capability
   
   Evidence demonstrating the ability to meet all requirements described in the draft PWS.


4. Business Information
   
   Include:
   
   
   
   • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
   
   
   • Organization name and address
   
   
   • Point of contact (name, phone, email)
   
   
   • Business size and socioeconomic status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, etc.)
   
   
   • NAICS code(s) applicability (561320 or alternative)
   
   
   • Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) status (if applicable)
   
   
   
   


5. Contract Vehicles (if applicable)
   
   Any applicable GSA Schedule or other procurement vehicles.


6. Additional Information
   
   Any other information that may assist the Government in refining the requirement or acquisition strategy.

10.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

• Capability statements shall not exceed 10 single-sided pages, including all attachments (resumes, charts, etc.).


• Format: 12-point font minimum, Microsoft Word or PDF


• Page size: 8.5 x 11 inches


• Margins: 1-inch (all sides)


• Proprietary information shall be clearly marked as such.

All responses will be treated as confidential and used solely for market research 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 any information submitted in response to this notice for acquisition planning and development purposes. Respondents are advised that 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 a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or other formal solicitation on SAM.gov. However, responses to this notice will not be considered offers for award.

12.0 POINT OF CONTACT

David Jones

Contract Specialist

Email: David.Jones@ihs.gov

Subject Line for Submission: “Sources Sought Notice IHS1526332”

13.0 DUE DATE

All responses must be received no later than:

May 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT)

Attachments/Links

Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• DIVISION OF ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT FEDERAL BLDG 115 4TH AVE SE RM 309
• ABERDEEN , SD 57401
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• David Jones
• david.jones@ihs.gov
• Phone Number 6052267328

Secondary Point of Contact

History

• May 06, 2026 12:45 pm CDTSources Sought (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC QMedical Services

• NAICS 561320Temporary Help Services

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