NNMC, Non-PSC for Nocturnist Physician Services
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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), Northern Navajo Medical Center, Shiprock Service Unit, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify capable firms for a Non-Personal Services Contract for Physician Nocturnist Services. The primary goal is to identify Indian-owned, economic enterprises (IEE) or small (ISBEE), though other capable firms are also invited to respond. Responses are due by April 22, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. MT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to identify providers for Physician Nocturnist Services under a Non-Personal Services Contract. The specific duties and responsibilities of the nocturnist physician will involve providing medical care during nighttime hours at the Northern Navajo Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Not a solicitation)
- NAICS Code: 621111 – Office of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialist), with a $16M small business size standard.
- Set-Aside Consideration: The Contracting Officer will first consider responses for Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) opportunities (IEE/ISBEE), then for set-aside programs under the Small Business Act (41 U.S.C. 3104).
- Response Due: April 22, 2026, 5:00 P.M. MT
- Published: April 15, 2026
- Place of Performance: Shiprock, NM
Evaluation
Information gathered from this SSN is solely for market research. It will be used to determine the contracting office’s acquisition strategy, including competition, potential set-asides, and the identification of Indian-owned economic enterprises. This notice does not guarantee a future solicitation.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties must submit responses to Matthew Atcitty (matthew.atcitty@ihs.gov) with the subject line “SSN – IHS1524889”. Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name and Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, and SAM.gov representations and certifications.
- Capability Statement: A brief statement demonstrating the company’s ability to meet the requirement, including current/past performance or established contracts.
- IHS IEE Representation Form: Indian-owned Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises (IEEs) must submit a completed IHS IEE Representation Form (attached to the original notice) in accordance with HHSAR 326.606-1(b). This form is critical for self-certifying eligibility under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of offer/quotation and award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided on submissions. Submission is voluntary, and the government will not cover incurred costs.