Amendment 0001 - One (1) Dental Hygienist - Taos-Picuris Service Unit - Taos, NM

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Dental Hygienist RFQ No. 75H70726Q00051.

• Incumbent Contractor: The incumbent contractor's contract number is PO_75H70721P00165.
• On-Campus Housing: On-campus housing is not available. Providers have found furnished rentals in the local area.

This Q&A document clarifies information relevant to potential bidders, specifically concerning the incumbent contractor and housing availability. No changes to requirements or due dates are indicated.

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment No. 0001 is issued to add "Q_and_A - 75H70726Q00051" and Amendment No. 0001 to the list of attachments.

• The response date for the solicitation has been extended to Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 5:30 PM MDT.

• The solicitation's response deadline is extended.

• "Q_and_A - 75H70726Q00051" and Amendment No. 0001 are added as attachments.

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to April 30, 2026, 5:30 PM MDT.

• RFQ No. 75H70726Q00051 is for one (1) Dental Hygienist to provide non-personal healthcare services for the Taos-Picuris Service Unit in Taos, NM.

• This is a Total Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Only quotes from ISBEE vendors will be considered.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for non-personal dental hygienist healthcare services for the Taos-Picuris Service Unit located in Taos, NM. The acquisition is set-aside exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE).

• Provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services under the general supervision of a licensed dentist.

• Services include dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, periodontal assessments, oral cancer screenings, radiographic procedures, application of topical fluorides and sealants, fabrication of temporary restorations, administration of local anesthesia, identification of decay and periodontal disease, and assisting with dental/medical emergencies.

• Perform administrative duties related to dental hygiene services.

• Document patient encounters in the IHS Dentrix system.

• Maintain dental instruments and adhere to infection control standards.

• Provide patient care and education, including oral hygiene instruction.

• Personnel must possess an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene, a current unrestricted Dental Hygienist license, radiography certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and at least three years of experience.

• Personnel must also be authorized to administer local anesthetics (if applicable), meet IHS credentialing/privileging/training/background investigation requirements, and have a valid driver's license.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price with Economic Price Adjustment (FFP-EPA).

• Period of Performance: One 1-year base period (06/01/2026 – 05/31/2027) and two 1-year option periods (06/01/2027 – 05/31/2029).

• Estimated Level of Effort: 2,080 hours per year (40 hours per week for 52 weeks).

• NAICS Code: 621399 with a small business size standard of $10.0M.

• Offer Due Date: 04/28/2026 at 1730 MDT.

• Quotes are requested and will be evaluated using a comparative, best-value tradeoff approach.

• Evaluation Factors (in descending order of importance): Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Capability will be evaluated based on demonstrated ability to meet SOW requirements, including licenses, certifications, experience, and understanding of dental hygiene services.

• Past Performance will be evaluated based on recency and relevance of prior work.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, completeness, and balance.

• Required documents include: Signed SF-18, IHS Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form, signed amendments (if any), current CV/Resume, and three verifiable references for each proposed Dental Hygienist.

• Total Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Only quotes from ISBEE vendors will be considered.

• Services will be performed at the Taos-Picuris Health Center, Taos, NM.

• The Contractor is responsible for professional liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence).

• Wage Determination No. 2015-5451, Revision No. 27, is incorporated.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a fillable table for RFQ No. 75H70726Q00051, related to providing Dental Hygienist services for the Taos-Picuris Service Unit in Taos, NM. It serves as a pricing sheet for bidders to complete.

• Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs): Includes CLIN 1 (Base Year), CLIN 2 (1st Option Year), and CLIN 3 (2nd Option Year).
• Contract Period: Specifies performance periods from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2029.
• Pricing Structure: Requires bidders to enter an hourly rate for one Dental Hygienist, which will be multiplied by 2,080 hours per year to determine the annual cost. Bidders must also calculate the total amount per year and a grand total for the base year plus all option years.
• Notes: Clarifies that 2,080 hours represent the government's anticipated level of effort (40 hours/week x 52 weeks). The hourly rate must be fully burdened, including all direct and indirect costs, and all applicable taxes. The performance start date is contingent on background investigations and official issuance.

Bidders must use this form to provide their proposed hourly rates and calculate the total cost for the services. This pricing information is crucial for proposal preparation and will be a key component of the evaluation process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Indian Health Service (IHS) Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form. It serves as a self-certification for offerors to confirm they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as required by the Buy Indian Act. This form is to be submitted in response to a Sources Sought Notice, Request for Information (RFI), or Solicitation.

• Self-Certification: Offerors must certify whether they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" with "Indian Ownership."
• Eligibility Period: The enterprise must meet the IEE definition at the time of offer, contract award, and throughout the contract performance period. Notification is required if eligibility is lost.
• Documentation: Contracting Officers may require documentation of eligibility, and awards may be subject to protest.
• Registration: Successful Offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM).
• Penalties: False or misleading information is a violation of law and subject to penalties.
• Required Fields: Offerors must provide the Solicitation/Sources Sought/RFI #, Project Title, Date, Name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity (if applicable), Name of the 51% owner of IEE Firm, Business Name, DUNS Number, and Certifying Signature/Print Name.

This form is critical for any bidder seeking to participate in opportunities designated under the Buy Indian Act. Bidders must accurately complete this form to self-certify their eligibility as an Indian Economic Enterprise. Failure to meet these requirements or accurately represent information could lead to disqualification or penalties.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD 2015-5451, Revision 27) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the New Mexico counties of Cibola, Colfax, McKinley, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, and Taos, applicable to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on Service Contract Act-covered opportunities in the specified geographic area. It details the minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits for a wide range of occupations, ensuring that contractors will pay their employees at or above these established rates. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. The document also outlines provisions for paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage requirements (EO 13658), as well as details on vacation and holiday pay. A conformance process is also described for occupations not explicitly listed.