Physical Therapy Services, St. Stephens Indian Sch

SOL #: 140A2326Q0071Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
INDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICE
Albuquerque, NM, 87104, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Offices of Physical (621340)

PSC

Other Professional Services (R499)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior) (ISBEE)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 3, 2026
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Last Updated
May 19, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Mar 19, 2026, 10:00 PM

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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), through its Indian Education Acquisition Office, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for Physical Therapy Services at St. Stephens Indian School. This opportunity is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) / Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Aside. The agency anticipates awarding a single Labor Hour purchase order for a base year and four option years. Quotes are due by March 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.

Scope of Work

The primary objective is to provide Special Education Services for a Physical Therapist to eligible children with disabilities, adhering to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The selected contractor will provide qualified personnel, supplies, and equipment to perform physical therapy for referred students. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments (physical abilities, gross motor development, range of motion, gait training), advising teachers, consulting with parents and professionals, participating in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings, and preparing comprehensive documentation (evaluations, progress reports). Services are required four times a week for four hours a day, for 29 weeks throughout the school year, either onsite or digitally as determined by the IEP team. This contract is for one Physical Therapist.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Labor Hour Purchase Order
  • Period of Performance:
    • Base Year: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
    • Four Option Years: Extending through March 31, 2031
  • Place of Performance: BIE - St. Stephens Indian School, 128 Mission Rd. PO Box 345, Saint Stephens, WY 82524
  • Set-Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) / Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE)
  • NAICS Code: 621340 (Office of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists and Audiologists)
  • Size Standard: $12.5 Million

Key Requirements & Deliverables

Offerors must demonstrate a clear understanding of the Statement of Work (SOW), provide personnel qualifications (Master's degree in Physical Therapy, 2 years related experience, Certificate of Clinical Competence, State license), and showcase relevant expertise. Deliverables include daily student files, monthly IEP goals/objectives, quarterly student progress reports, and monthly assessments. Bidders must also adhere to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5407, Rev. 27) for the specified Wyoming counties.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Quote Due Date: March 19, 2026, no later than 4:00 PM CST.
  • Submission Method: Electronic mail to michelle.nahlee@bie.edu. Subject line must be "140A2326Q0071, Physical Therapy Services, (VENDOR NAME)".
  • Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated based on a comparative assessment to determine the best value for the Government, considering capabilities (SOW understanding), personnel qualifications, relevant expertise/experience, and price (completeness and reasonableness).
  • Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete the "Indian Affairs Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form" to certify IEE status and comply with the Buy Indian Act. Background investigations are required for contractor personnel with onsite or PII access.

Contact

For inquiries, contact Michelle Nahlee-Marshalek at michelle.nahlee@bie.edu.

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