NPSC for Nine (9) ED RNs at the KHC
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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), Kayenta Service Unit, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify capable firms for Non-Personal Service Contract (NPSC) services for nine (9) Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurses (RNs) at the Kayenta Health Center (KHC) in Kayenta, Arizona. This market research aims to determine the acquisition strategy, with a primary focus on Indian-owned economic enterprises under the Buy Indian Act. Responses are due by June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for nine (9) ED RNs to provide non-personal services at the KHC. The anticipated Period of Performance includes a Base Year plus three (3) Option Years, each with a duration of twelve (12) months, spanning from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2030, if all options are exercised.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Duration: Base Year + 3 Option Years (10/01/2026 – 09/30/2030)
- Set-Aside: Primarily Buy Indian Act (BICiv) for Indian-owned economic enterprises (IEE/ISBEE), then other set-aside programs under the Small Business Act. Other capable firms are also invited to respond.
- NAICS: 561320 - Temporary Help Services (Small Business Size Standard: $34.0M)
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM MDT
- Published: May 21, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses to Jerlyn Begay (jerlyn.begay@ihs.gov) with the subject "SSN – KHC NPSC for ED RNs - 75H71026Q00169". Submissions must include:
- Company Profile: UEI, Name, Address, Primary POC, business size, type of ownership, socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), identification of Native American ownership, and SAM.gov representations.
- Statement of Capability: A brief statement demonstrating capability, including current/past performance or established contracts.
- 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) to self-certify their eligibility under the Buy Indian Act.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation and is for market research purposes only. The government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time an offer or quotation is submitted and at time of award. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.