Two ER Physicians - Zuni Service Unit - Zuni, NM
Overview
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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), specifically the ALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC office, has published a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of two Emergency Room (ER) Physicians for the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center (ZCCHC) in Zuni, NM. This action addresses an urgent need to stabilize 24/7 emergency services due to critical staffing shortages. The proposed contract is with NativeArc II, LLC.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for professional non-personal healthcare services, specifically for two ER Physicians, to ensure continuous 24/7 emergency medical care at the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center. The services are critical to prevent disruption of care, patient diversion, and risks to patient health and safety.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Sole Source Contract (Justification)
- Duration: One year, from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Justification)
- Published Date: February 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Zuni, NM (Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center)
Sole Source Rationale
The acquisition is justified under "unusual and compelling urgency" due to unanticipated physician departures and workforce instability at ZCCHC. Market research indicated that while ER physicians are available, the recruitment, credentialing, and privileging timelines for remote rural facilities (typically exceeding 60-90 days) make other vendors unable to meet the immediate need. NativeArc II, LLC was identified as the only reasonably available contractor capable of providing two qualified ER physicians within the required timeframe, having demonstrated capability in similar remote IHS locations.
Future Intent
The government intends to pursue full and open competition for future, similar requirements once the urgent conditions are stabilized and permanent federal recruitment or a competitive long-term solution can be implemented.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Shandiin DeWolfe
- Email: Shandiin.DeWolfe@ihs.gov
- Phone: (505) 256-6755