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Sources Sought Notice
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Services
Notice Number: IHS1532109
Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Healthcare FacilityBelcourt, North DakotaMarket Research Only

1.0 Notice Type

This Sources Sought Notice is issued for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, request for quotation (RFQ), request for proposal (RFP), obligation, or commitment by the Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The purpose of this notice is to determine the availability and capability of Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs), small businesses, and other responsible sources capable of performing the requirement described herein. Responses will assist the Government in determining an appropriate acquisition strategy, including consideration of a set-aside under the Buy Indian Act (25 U.S.C. 47) and HHSAR Subpart 326.71, as revised by HHSAR Class Deviation 2026-25. No set-aside determination is announced by this notice. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 621399 – Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners, with a small business size standard of $10 million in average annual receipts, subject to Contracting Officer confirmation. Respondents may recommend another NAICS code with supporting rationale.

2.0 Background

The Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Healthcare Facility, an IHS facility in Belcourt, North Dakota, requires contracted CRNA services to supplement existing anesthesia staffing, support leave coverage, and maintain continuity of patient care. The anticipated requirement is for up to two (2) qualified CRNAs to provide scheduled anesthesia services and on-call coverage.

3.0 Objective

The objective is to identify sources capable of recruiting, credentialing, placing, and retaining qualified CRNAs to provide anesthesia services for patients of all ages within their approved scope of practice and facility-granted privileges. Sources must demonstrate an ability to sustain scheduled coverage and provide qualified replacements when necessary.

4.0 Scope

The Contractor would provide up to two (2) qualified CRNAs, personnel management, supervision, transportation, and resources necessary to perform the requirement, except for Government-furnished items and services identified in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). The draft PWS and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) are available in this SAM.gov notice's attachments/links.