Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility (CCHCF) needs (1) Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Physician nonpersonal service
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Indian Health Service (IHS), specifically the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is seeking an Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Physician for non-personal services at the Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility (CCHCF) in Chinle, AZ. This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) and an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide one (1) OB/GYN Physician to deliver comprehensive services including outpatient and inpatient care, labor and delivery, and performance of cesarean sections. Key personnel must meet stringent qualifications, including board certification/eligibility, US residency, a valid DEA license, no loss of licensure, no lapse in practice exceeding 6 months, and no history of drug abuse. Additionally, current CPR/BLS certification, immunizations, and a fitness for duty certificate are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Duration: A 3-month base period, followed by seven (7) 3-month option periods, for a potential total of 2 years.
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE)
- Product Service Code: Q999 (Other Medical Services)
- Place of Performance: Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, Chinle, AZ 86503
- Quotes Due: June 9, 2026, by 5:00 PM MST
- Published: May 19, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be emailed to bennett.arvessto@ihs.gov and include five volumes: Administrative Documents, Past Performance, Technical Capability, Key Personnel Qualifications, and Price. Evaluation factors prioritize non-price factors (Past Performance, Technical Capability of Vendor, Qualification Requirements of Key Personnel) which are significantly more important than cost or price.
Additional Notes
The NAICS code for this opportunity is 561320, TEMPORARY HELP SERVICES, with a small business size standard of $34.0 million. A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached to the solicitation, and offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).