The PRSU hereby submits a notice of intent to award a sole source short-term (13) weeks bridge PO for (8 FTE-EMT Service). The vendor must be able to provide service to ensure the EMD can provide continuity of care & coordination of care for IHS patient
SOL #: IHS1523997Special NoticeSole Source
Overview
Buyer
Health And Human Services
Indian Health Service
GREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC
ABERDEEN, SD, 57401, United States
Place of Performance
Pine Ridge, SD
NAICS
Ambulance Services (621910)
PSC
Other Medical Services (Q999)
Set Aside
8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Jan 30, 2026
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Action Date
Feb 13, 2026, 7:00 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 Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (IHS) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a sole source, Firm Fixed Price, 13-week bridge Purchase Order for 8 FTE-Emergency Management Technicians (EMTs). This requirement is to support the Pine Ridge IHS Ambulance Service in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, ensuring continuity and coordination of care for IHS beneficiaries. Interested parties must submit clear and convincing evidence of their capability to meet the requirement. Responses are due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Provide 8 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Emergency Management Technicians.
- Support the Pine Ridge IHS Ambulance Service.
- Ensure the Emergency Management Department can provide continuity of care and coordination of care for beneficiaries.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price Bridge PO)
- Duration: 13 weeks (February 14, 2026, to May 15, 2026)
- Estimated Value: $469,600.00
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: January 30, 2026
Justification & Response
- Sole Source Justification: The action is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing
People
Points of Contact
Patricia ThompsonPRIMARY
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Posted: Jan 30, 2026